Economic Development

Harrogate Economic Development Unit

The work of the Council's Economic Development Unit (EDU) is centred around three key areas, namely

Business Support
Investment & Infrastructure
Regeneration

These three work areas are a local interpretation of the regional and sub regional objectives being delivered via the Regional Economic Strategy (RES) and Sub Regional Investment Plan (SRIP).

What are the Council's main economic development projects and priorities?

The work programme for the EDU is set out in the annual EDU Service Plan, April 2009 to March 2010.

Any queries regarding the Business Plan should be sent to edu@harrogate.gov.uk

You may also be interested in our Economic Strategies webpage, which includes copies of local and regional documents relating to the local economy.

What can the Economic Development Unit do for my business?

Businesses and organisations within or moving to the Harrogate district can contact the Harrogate Economic Development Unit for help and advice on the following issues:

Commercial Sites and Premises

Search our comprehensive Property Finder database to find commercial sites and premises in the Harrogate district

Business News

Keep up to date with the latest business news and events in the Harrogate district by reading our business newspaper 'On Location' or viewing the latest edition of our monthly e-newsletter, Harrogate for Business.

Managed Workspace / Conference Facilities

Find out about our managed workspace and conference facilities at Conyngham Hall Business Centre, Knaresborough.

The Local Economy

Learn more about the Harrogate district economy and its key business sectors as well as access a wide range of economic statistics and intelligence

Regeneration

Find out more about the delivery of economic regeneration programmes in key settlements throughout the Harrogate district, including the Renaissance Market Towns (RMT)Programme in Knaresborough and Boroughbridge.