Economic Strategy 2022

Our strategy is set in a period of intense social and technological change.  The strategy aims to define underlying principles and set a direction of travel, while enabling the council to react and respond to emerging trends.

• economic prosperity is a key enabler of life opportunities and determinant of overall wellbeing - this means that it is everyone's business
• we will take a more collaborative approach with businesses, partners and communities all contributing to local economic outcome
• climate change and the commitment to net zero 2030 will be a cross-cutting theme, with all objectives an actions designed to advance the green agenda
• the council will innovate, facilitate and drive action - using policy levers, influence, assets and resources where needed
• our plans will align to regional and national priorities where necessary to achieve the best outcome for Chorley

Vision

By 2030, Chorley will benefit from more and better paid jobs as a prime location for sustainable growth and investment, driven by innovation, new technologies and a commitment to net zero 2030.