Local Economic Development Plan

Our plan for growth sets out the Isle of Wight's key priorities for developing the local economy. The Plan covers the three year period to 2021 and is aligned with the Wider Solent Strategic Economic Plan with the ultimate aim of narrowing the gap in economic performance of the Island and the 'mainland'.

View the Economic Development Plan Executive Summary 2019-2021 (PDF, 742 KB)

The Corporate Plan (PDF, 526 KB, 34 pages) also includes a number of outcomes relevant to this plan. 

  • business have confidence to invest in the Isle of Wight
  • support and stimulate sustainable economic growth
  • a well-educated and skilled community
  • the Isle of Wight is a leading UK visitor destination
  • outstanding digital and transport connectivity

Further information