Economy


Delivering a thriving and productive economy in all parts of Greater Manchester is one of the key priorities of the Greater Manchester Strategy.

World-class science, innovation and business takes place in Greater Manchester and we’re investing in it. We’re making it easier for start-ups and existing businesses to find investment to ensure they can grow. We know if we can improve productivity and pay, all our residents will be better off.

Find out more about our priorities and projects below.

Greater Manchester's Local Industrial Strategy

Good Jobs and Growth - Greater Manchester's Local Industrial Strategy

Support available for businesses in Greater Manchester

Supporting Greater Manchester businesses

Greater Manchester Investment Zone

Supporting growth in the advanced materials and manufacturing sector

Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter

Supporting employers to develop good jobs and deliver opportunities for people to progress
Foundational Economy Innovation Fund

Foundational Economy Innovation Fund

Providing funding, technology and support for Greater Manchester's foundational economy
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Social Enterprise Advisory Group

Supporting a thriving social enterprise and co-operative sector across Greater Manchester

Real Living Wage City-Region

Greater Manchester aims to be the first city-region to pay all employees a real Living Wage

UK Community Renewal Fund

The UK Community Renewal Fund aims to support people and communities most in need across the UK

Social Value can make Greater Manchester a better place

Using social value to tackle the inequalities around us

Greater Manchester Forecasting Model

Greater Manchester’s Flexible Jobs Index Report

A report on the proportion of jobs advertised with flexible working options in Greater Manchester

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