We want a fairer, greener and stronger Southwark economy that benefits everyone.
The Southwark economic strategy explains how we'll work with partners to achieve this aim.
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Business strategies
Find out about our business strategies for Southwark.
Read about our range of business strategies for Southwark.
Southwark economic strategy 2023 to 2030
Southwark’s night time plan
Our night time plan sets out our ambitions and priorities for Southwark’s night time economy under 5 themes:
- the economic and social benefits of the night time economy
- the role of and interface between governing bodies and communities
- the public realm and the built environment
- public safety at night
- transport
Town centres and high streets strategy
Town centres and high streets are central themes of Southwark’s economic renewal plan.
We've listed the action we're taking in response to the economic challenges from the pandemic.
We've decided to make protecting our town centres and high streets a priority. It's vital that they remain vibrant and thriving.
They must also stay accessible and safe for all. They contribute to the prosperity and unity of our local communities.
We're developing a dedicated response that will involve multiple councils.
Download the 5 themes of our high streets and town centres strategy.
Southwark skills delivery plan 2023 to 2025
The Southwark skills delivery plan builds on the Southwark economic strategy 2023 to 2030 and our vision for a fairer, greener and more resilient Southwark economy.
It also supports our broader ambitions as set out in the:
Central to this is a first class and accessible skills system that supports every resident to pursue and progress in their career of choice. This is regardless of age, circumstance or background.
Fairer Future modernisation programme
The Fairer Future modernisation programme aims to transform how Southwark Council works to deliver our priorities.
It focuses on:
- the workforce
- the workplace
- IT
Workforce strategy
The workforce strategy will help our staff deliver our priorities better.
It will reduce bureaucracy and help staff communicate more effectively.
Download the workforce strategy.
Workplace strategy
The workplace strategy is to provide a bright, modern flexible work environment for our staff, supportIng:
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mobility
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productivity
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collaboration
Download the workplace strategy.
IT strategy
We plan to become a fully ‘digital Council’ and ‘digital borough’ within 3 years, while saving more than £60 million.
The IT strategy shows how we'll build an IT service that meets the requirements of all our staff and residents.
Download the Fairer Future modernisation programme strategy in full.