2: Supporting our high-quality business base and economic centres to thrive and grow

We will

Work with local people and stakeholders to develop visions and proposals for their high streets and town centres and consider where targeted regeneration approaches may be necessary.

Establish partnerships to support our local areas to bring in new investment including grant funding. Support our SME base to thrive, working with the New Forest Enterprise Centre and other business membership organisations and other partners, focusing across our tourism, rural and marine economy.

Explore the opportunities for our Arts and Culture offer and community events to help boost the vibrancy of our high streets and town centres

It will be measured by

Perceptions of our high streets and town centres.

Vacancies of retail premises within town/local centres.

Delivery will be supported through

UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Rural England Prosperity Fund Programme

New Forest place strategy

Town centre partnerships