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Growth and Delivery Event

Welcome and Introduction by Councillor Matthew RiddleChair, Planning, Housing and Communities Board

13 October 2010

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A very warm welcome

• A brief introduction to the Partnership

• Our vision

• Aims of the day

North Somerset

South Gloucestershire

Bath & NorthEast Somerset

Bristol

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Our vision for the West of England

• A fast growing and buoyant economy

• Fuelled by growth in jobs and homes

• A rising quality of life

• Sustainable transport solutions

• Improved cultural & leisure offer

• Tackle climate change

• A distinctive environment

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Aims of the day

• We are serious about attracting investment

• Better understand the benefits of joint working

• Gain confidence in our ambition