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Hertfordshire Economic Strategy 2026-2036

Hertfordshire is entering a pivotal moment. With a £50bn economy, world‑leading innovation assets and a strong track record of delivery, we are ready to accelerate growth for the benefit of local communities and UK plc. Our Economic Strategy sets out how we will do this.

Discover how we are supporting local residents and businesses and driving forward the county's ambition to become globally recognised as the UK's economic heartland by 2036.

Our priorities

Business
Business

We help create the right conditions for businesses to start, grow, and relocate into Hertfordshire.

Skills
Skills

We bridge the gap between education and employment to help meet local skills needs, and support businesses to become more inclusive.

Innovation
Innovation

We accelerate the growth of our priority sectors and nurture our high potential SMEs.

Latest news

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18 Jun
Hertfordshire Futures sets course for the county to become the UK’s innovation heartland

Hertfordshire Futures has set out how it will accelerate economic growth, unlock investment, and deliver on the county’s long-term ambitions – as leaders from across business, education, not-for-profit, and the public sector convened at the Investing in Hertfordshire’s Future conference.

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18 Jun
Join the Hertfordshire Futures Board

Could you help lead Hertfordshire's next chapter? Hertfordshire Futures is looking for a new Board Member to bring strategic expertise, fresh perspectives and a commitment to supporting economic growth and opportunity across the county.

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16 Jun
Hertfordshire sets out case for mayor-led growth as £11.5bn investment pipeline takes centre stage

Hertfordshire made a clear case for mayor-led devolution, positioning itself as ready to deliver growth at scale with an £11.5 billion pipeline of investment opportunities and a programme of high-impact discussions at the UK’s premier investment forum.

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