Member input has contributed to the shaping of transport requests that feed into local decision making.
Transport infrastructure and connectivity is essential to keep the engine of the south west economy driving forward. The region has a strong economic record to be proud of, and with the latest ONS employment figures standing at 80.2% for the south west – the highest rate of anywhere in the UK – we need to consider how we can build upon this to make the region an even more attractive destination for business.
Our members in the region have made it clear that transport infrastructure improvements are essential for the south west to support future business growth and remain an attractive destination to work and live. Building on this, over the past six months, we have engaged with members in the region and those who do business in the south west, to understand the challenges facing members, and what transport priorities they would prioritise to help the long-term economic suc