What are Investment Zones?

Investment Zones are areas across the UK where central and local government will work with business and local partners to create the conditions for investment and innovation.

Investment Zones are located in areas with existing local strengths and significant untapped potential. They will deploy a range of interventions – including tax reliefs, planning mechanisms and innovation, skills and business support – to unlock opportunities for business and address barriers to private sector growth, creating more high-quality jobs for communities across the country.

Each Investment Zone is focussed on supporting the growth of at least 1 of the following 5 priority sectors:

- Advanced Manufacturing
- Creative Industries
- Digital and Tech
- Green Industries
- Life Sciences

Investment Zones are locally-led initiatives, and businesses or stakeholders seeking to benefit from them should contact the relevant Investment Zone Accountable Body.

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