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The English Regional Development Agencies (RDAs) were established in April 1999 as part of the wider package of devolution measures. One of the first tasks undertaken by the RDAs was the preparation of Regional Economic Strategies (RESs). These strategies were intended to be a means of securing agreement on a single regional vision and programme of development. However, the RDAs are not the only actors present in the English regions and the RESs are not the only regional-level planning exercises. This paper reviews the guidance given to RDAs regarding the preparation and content of RESs. It also provides an initial assessment of the strategy documents and the extent to which they are coordinated with other regional plans and programmes. The eight RESs differ in terms of their structure, content and emphasis. In general terms, and accepting the constraints under which they were prepared, it is clear that they represent positive attempts to develop strategies for the regions. Key issues for the future include the need for RDAs to agree detailed subject-specific action plans, to establish stronger links with other regional actors and to ensure that they add value to regional development.
Author(s): Roberts P, Benneworth PS
Publication type: Article
Publication status: Published
Journal: Local Economy
Year: 2001
Volume: 16
Issue: 2
Pages: 142-159
ISSN (print): 0269-0942
ISSN (electronic): 1470-9325
Publisher: Routledge
URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/02690940110036586
DOI: 10.1080/02690940110036586
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