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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

Howe Dell Students With Tracey Howe Executive Headteacher
6 Jul
More than 1,400 pupils inspired at Hertfordshire Schools Day 2026

Over 1,400 young people from 39 schools across Hertfordshire enjoyed a day of discovery, learning and hands-on experiences at Hertfordshire Schools Day 2026, held on 30 June at the Hertfordshire Showground near Redbourn.

Collage Maker Project 21 June 2026 At 20.12.43
25 Jun
Broxbourne Council welcomes students for new work experience programme

Twelve Year 8 students from Haileybury Turnford School in Cheshunt visited Broxbourne Council as part of a new modern work experience programme.

Chris Hulatt
23 Jun
King's Birthday Honours recognise Hertfordshire's leaders, innovators and changemakers

Hertfordshire Futures Board member Chris Hulatt and 20 local residents have been recognised in The King's Birthday Honours 2026 for their outstanding contribution to public service, education, healthcare, business, justice, sport, and community life.

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