The Economy and Europe Office monitors the performance of the local economy through local business surveys and commissioned reports.
South Hams Business Surveys
Regular Business Surveys are undertaken to monitor the performance of the local economy. This allows comparison with regional and national trends and provides evidence for the council to develop strategies Reasons For Location In The South Hams to respond to the district’s particular needs.
Business Surveys Since 2006
For the 2006 business survey South Hams District Council worked in partnership with the other Objective2 designated authorities in Devon and with Devon Renaissance funding assistance. Many of the core questions and subjects from previous South Hams surveys remained while new areas have been also examined.
This approach allows comparison of the South Hams economy with similar areas of rural Devon.
Independent Economic Reports
The Council commissions regular independent economics reports to monitor trends in the local economy. Similar reports are made for Devon County Council and other Devon local authorities allowing comparisons to be made.
Tourism Data
Information on tourism trends in the region is available on the South West Tourism website.
The Marine Sector
Information on the marine sector.
Creative Industries Research
The Devon County Council sponsored 'Building Creative Success' 2006 report findings.
The 2001 Census
Information from the 2001 Census is provided by the Office of National Statistics.
The 2001 Census: Essential Information for Gaining Business Advantage
A new guide to the use of the 2001 Census in business - The 2001 Census: Essential Information for Gaining Business Advantage - was published in June 2004 by The Stationery Office (TSO).
The guide has been written by experts from the business, statistics and academic communities and the Census and Market Research Society. Its aim is to explain how to use the Census information to improve business performance.
The guide can be ordered from TSO on-line, or by telephone from TSO on 0870 2430123.
The 2011 Census
Information on the 2011 Census is provided by the Office of National Statistics.
Market Research
Market Research is a significant element of business planning and using a professional market research company may be appropriate to ensure that plans are made on good quality evidence.
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