Hampshire Prosperity Partnership
The role of the Hampshire Prosperity Partnership and the Board is to work collectively across sectors and geography to the benefit of the regional economy.
The Partnership is governed by a Board which has been established through an open recruitment process and is made up of local authority leaders, businesses, business representative organisations and education. The majority is made of business representatives.
Economic strategy for Hampshire: Committing to prosperity 2025 to 2027
Hampshire County Council published an economic strategy for Hampshire in 2023. Since then, there have been important changes which we have now reflected in an update to drive economic growth in Hampshire. Also, a new Government has been elected, and one of its top priorities is to work with local areas to boost growth and prosperity.
The Economic Strategy for Hampshire 2025 to 2027 sets out the growth opportunity that Hampshire represents, revisits the Economic Strategy 2023, and re-enforces the six capitals framework, describes what has changed since, and outlines how the Hampshire Prosperity Partnership Board and its partners are responding.
Alongside the strategy update we have updated the data which supports the strategy and development of the Economy and Growth plan which will be published in April 2025.
Economy and growth plan for Hampshire 2025 to 2027
This plan outlines Hampshire County Council's priorities for driving sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
It builds on the Economic Strategy for Hampshire – Committing to Prosperity. It was developed in collaboration with the Hampshire Prosperity Partnership Board, a cross-sector group of business, education and public sector leaders guiding county-wide economic strategy.
The plan sets out 22 key actions across five priority areas: high-potential sectors, business support, energy, infrastructure, and skills and employment.
Its aim is to strengthen the local economy, support communities and prepare for future opportunities such as regional devolution.
Hampshire Skills Strategy 2025
Investing in skills means investing in people: in their health, wellbeing, and ability to participate fully in society. Whether it’s supporting young people into meaningful careers, helping adults retrain and progress, or enabling employers to grow and innovate, a strong skills system benefits us all.
The Hampshire Skills Strategy provides a vital blueprint for ensuring our residents and businesses are equipped with the right skills for the future.
This strategy aligns closely with our new Strategic Plan 2025 to 2028, which sets out our commitment to delivering high-quality public services, fostering inclusive growth, and building resilient communities. Skills are central to achieving these ambitions.
This strategy has been shaped through collaboration with providers, employers, and local partners. It reflects our shared ambition to unlock talent, remove barriers, and ensure that every resident, regardless of background or circumstance, has the opportunity to find their purpose and succeed.
Call for projects in Hampshire seeking capital funding from the LEP legacy reserves
Hampshire County Council, with the Hampshire Prosperity Partnership Board, has opened a call for projects seeking funding from the LEP legacy reserves. Projects must contribute to sustainable and inclusive economic growth in Hampshire. Further information.