Local Economic and Community Plan Guidelines 2021

Local Economic and Community Plans LECP | Guidelines 2021

SMART Actions An action is defined as a specific step to be taken to support the achievement of a defined goal. All actions, both Economic and Community should be designed within a SMART framework with each action being S pecific, M easurable, A chievable, R elevant and T ime Bound (within a clear time horizon). Actions outlined in Implementation Plans may relate to Economic Objectives, Community Objectives or be integrated actions addressing both types of objectives. The implementation of actions may be the responsibility of the Local Authority, other relevant stakeholders/partners or actions requiring collaboration at a number of levels.

Collaborative Actions There was some indication through the consultation process that the process of

implementation of collaborative actions needs to be improved. In this context, the following is suggested to support the implementation process for collaborative actions; The Framework LECP should describe generally the role of all partners who commit to a collaboration as part of the LECP process. In supporting the implementation of this collaboration the Implementation Plans should, clearly outline the role of each partner in the delivery of the relevant action. To ensure more efficient implementation of collaborative actions a lead partner should be agreed and the role of the lead partner should be to co-ordinate the activities of the other partners and to progress the implementation of the action.

Figure 9 Policy/Planning Framework

Economic

Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)

Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth

National Development Plan (NDP)

National Strategic Outcome 5: A Strong Economy, supported by Enterprise Innovation and Skills Offer excellent standards of infrastructure services and property assets for all scales of enterprise, from start-ups to FDI. High-Level Goal Supporting improved quality employment and career opportunities in rural areas Sustainable Economic Development Objective (SEDO) To continue to develop encourage and create an environment for innovation, enterprise and entrepreneurship in the County. Prioritised Action Support the development of 2 digital hubs to facilitate remote working within the county. Lead Agency and Partners LEO, County Council, IDA, EI, Chambers of Commerce

Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy (RSES)

LECP Framework

LECP Implementation Plan

Key Performance Indicators Number of digital hubs developed No of people using the digital hubs

Potential Funding Sources (example)

Connected Hubs Funding, Other Enterprise related funding.