Kirknewton, West Lothian Action Plan – Theme Five THEME 5 – Local Economy and Training Priority 1 Develop and support enterprise and business locally (1,2,3,7) Actions Develop online business directory Provide hot desk space, internet access, conference, meeting and business support (with local agencies) in new resource centre Lobby for improved broadband & mobile reception in the local area
By when Aug 2011
By whom KCDT
Jan 2013 May 2013
KCDT KCDT
By when Aug 2012
By whom KCDT KCDT KCDT KCDT
KPI Increase number of training opportunities
Priority 3 Support renewable energy projects & initiatives that bring community benefit to village Actions By when Establish which renewable energy projects to progress Jan 2012 Establish links with Pentland Park for employment and tourism in village Jan 2012 – 2014 Provide employment opportunities for projects Jan 2012- 2014 Community benefit monies to be available from Late 2013/2014
By whom KCDT KCDT/CC/PP KCDT KCDT
KPI Increase new employment opportunities in village by 2014
Priority 4 Improve public transport networks to improve job prospects of those in village (1,4) Actions By when Begin dialogue with council/traffic operators for Balerno/East Calder service Mar 2012 Promote public transport timetables, cycling to work and car share Jan 2012 Introduce mobile timetable for buses May 2012
By whom KCDT/CC/WLC KCDT KCDT/WLC
KPI Open at least one more bus service from village by 2014
Priority 2 Provide training and support for activity in the village (1,2,3) Actions Develop recruit, training & volunteer support policy Investigate volunteer or employer accreditation with local college, SCVO, Business Gateway & Chamber of Commerce Provide support grants for those wishing to enter FE/HE
Aug 2013 Sep 2014
KPI An increase in new business enterprises by 2014
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