A 28% growth in jobs is
predicted by 2016
9 Mar 2010
Welcome
Welcome to the new bradfordeconomy website, everything you need to know about Bradford's economy.
Bradford is at a turning point in its economic history. Our vision is that Bradford's economy will be a driving force in the region: a place in which business thrives, creating opportunity prosperity and jobs. The Bradford Economic Strategy, produced in 2007 by the Bradford Economic Partnership and Bradford Council sets out a vision for Bradford's economy to 2016, and highlights key priorities for action.
On these pages you will find the very latest information relating to Bradford's economy, including facts and figures, an understanding of the key issues, and updates of the projects and programmes which are helping deliver this strategy and create a prosperous District.
Latest News
Regeneration summit rescheduled
25 Feb 2010
The regeneration summit themed around transport and connectivity has been rescheduled to take place on 15 July 2010, at the Keighley Campus of Leeds City College.
CANCELLED Bradford Regeneration Summit - Transport & Connectivity
7 Jan 2010
Due to the severe ice and the forecast for more snow and sub zero temperatures, we have taken the decision to postpone the transport and connectivity summit in Ilkley on 14 January.
We apologise for the short notice and we will contact the confirmed attendees with new arrangements for the summit in due course.
Facts & Figures
Monthly Unemployment Update
January 2010 unemployment figures for Bradford district were published on Wednesday 17 February 2010.
A total of 16,189 people were claiming Job Seekers Allowance in Bradford in January 2010, up by 761 claimants since last month.
