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.
We help create the right conditions for businesses to start, grow, and relocate into Hertfordshire.
We bridge the gap between education and employment to help meet local skills needs, and support businesses to become more inclusive.
We accelerate the growth of our priority sectors and nurture our high potential SMEs.
New research reveals a significant shift in attitudes towards technical and vocational pathways, with Hertfordshire parents and carers now more likely to encourage their child to consider an apprenticeship than traditional full-time higher education.
Hertfordshire Futures is helping tackle digital poverty across the county through programmes that help residents access technology, develop digital skills, and gain confidence to participate fully in modern life.
The Youth Jobs Grant offers employers a £3,000 payment for every eligible young person recruited, helping businesses of all sizes and sectors access motivated talent while supporting more young people into work.
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