Purpose

To present the refreshed Economic Growth
Strategy for Huntingdonshire to Cabinet for endorsement. The
strategy outlines a clear framework for promoting sustainable and
inclusive economic growth over the next 2–5 years, which will
enable the Economic Development Team to deliver the strategy
effectively, ensuring the district remains attractive and
competitive in a rapidly evolving economic landscape.

Decision

The Cabinet endorsed the
refreshed Economic Growth Strategy, enabling the Economic
Development Team and partners to deliver its objectives over the
next 2–5 years.

Reasons for the decision

Endorsing the strategy will
enable the Economic Development Team and its partners to focus on
the delivery of key projects that will foster sustainable growth,
create jobs, and improve the district's economic
resilience.
 
It will also help to secure
Huntingdonshire’s long-term economic future, as the
implementation is crucial to driving forward the district’s
ambitions and ensuring its effectiveness in an evolving economic
geography.

Alternative options considered

To endorse the refreshed
Economic Growth Strategy, enabling the Economic Development Team
and partners to deliver its objectives over the next 2–5
years.