INVESTMENT & DEVELOPMENT ‘PIVOTAL’ TO LCR ECONOMY AND TALENT

Sean Keyes - Sutcliffe

Having joined Sutcliffe in 1990 when I was in my early 20’s - several years after I started on a Youth Training Scheme (YTS) - I have always had a very deep-rooted desire to see the Liverpool City Region thrive, succeed and to match cities like Manchester and London.

Investment and development in the Liverpool City Region are pivotal to securing our economic future and retaining our brightest talents.

I have always been deeply committed to training, mentoring, and supporting the next generation across our city. My journey is far from unique. This region is rich with success stories of driven individuals who have risen from school leavers to industry leaders, ready to make their mark on the world. However, it is crucial for those deep-rooted Liverpudlians to be given the opportunity to make their impact in Liverpool without feeling they have to travel across the globe.

As a region with a rich industrial and cultural history, Liverpool has long been a hub of innovation, enterprise and endeavour. However, without sustained investment in infrastructure, education, and business support, the risk of losing talented individuals and thriving businesses to other areas remains high.

Encouraging development ensures that Liverpool can provide the opportunities and quality of life necessary to keep entrepreneurial minds and growing companies rooted here. Investment in transport links, digital infrastructure, and sustainable housing can create an ecosystem where businesses flourish and local communities thrive.

By generating an environment that nurtures innovation and supports start-ups, Liverpool can solidify its position as a regional powerhouse, driving economic growth and securing a vibrant, prosperous future for the entire city region.

Sustained investment and development in the Liverpool City Region are essential to unlocking its economic potential and ensuring its brightest talents remain local. An apprenticeship system which benefits learners and reduces employer costs would help further create a supportive environment for businesses and entrepreneurs, so that Liverpool can retain its competitive edge and build on its legacy of success.

Enhancing infrastructure promises to boost the regional economy and also improve the quality of life for thousands. With the right strategies in place, Liverpool can thrive as a vibrant, forward-thinking city, attracting opportunities while empowering local entrepreneurial talent to succeed and mould a prosperous future for the region. and also improve the quality of life for thousands.

With the right strategies in place, Liverpool can thrive as a vibrant, forward-thinking city, attracting opportunities while empowering local entrepreneurial talent to succeed and mould a prosperous future for the region.