Draft Slough Economic Growth Strategy - Page 1 of 4 - Slough Borough Council

1. What is your connection with Slough? (Tick all that apply)

(Required) I live here I study here I work here I own a business here I commute through here I am a visitor (for leisure, shopping, culture, etc.) Other

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2. If you are responding on behalf of a business or organisation, what is the name of the organisation?

What is the name of the business or organisation?

3. If you are a business owner or employee, what is the size of your business?

(Required) Unemployed Self- employed / Free-lancer Micro (0 – 9 employees) Small (10 to 49 employees) Medium-sized (50 – 249 employees) Large (250+ employees)

4. Which THREE barriers or challenges do you think most hold back Slough’s economy and its ability to create opportunities for residents and businesses? (Select up to three)

(Required) Skills gaps and difficulties accessing the right workforce Barriers preventing residents from accessing jobs and opportunities Transport and connectivity Housing affordability and availability Business costs and access to finance or support Availability and affordability of suitable business premises Quality of town centres, neighbourhoods and public spaces Infrastructure constraints, including energy, utilities and digital infrastructure Other (please specify)

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5. Which THREE areas do you think should be the highest priorities for Slough’s Economic Growth Strategy? (Select up to three)

(Required) Supporting businesses, key sectors and attracting investment Improving skills, employment and career opportunities Ensuring more residents and communities benefit from economic growth Delivering more and better housing and regeneration Improving transport and connectivity Improving community, cultural and local facilities and places Other (please specify)

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6. If you own, run or work for an SME (including a sole trader, micro, small or medium-sized business) in Slough, which THREE forms of support would make the biggest difference to the business’s ability to survive and grow? (Select up to three)

(Required) Not applicable - I don't own, run or work for an SME Access to finance and investment Affordable and flexible business premises Business advice and support Support with skills, recruitment and workforce development Opportunities to access procurement and local supply chains Stronger business networks and collaboration Support to adopt new technology, innovate and improve productivity Support to reach new customers and markets Other (please specify)

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7. If you own, run or work for a large business in Slough, which THREE areas would most support the business to invest and grow in Slough, while increasing its contribution to the local economy? (Select up to three)

(Required) Not applicable - I don't own, run or work for a large business Access to the skills and workforce the business needs Better transport and connectivity Suitable sites, premises and infrastructure Stronger links with schools, colleges and training providers Stronger local supply chains and opportunities to work with SMEs Support for innovation, productivity and investment Opportunities to collaborate with the Council and other local partners Creating more local jobs, apprenticeships and career pathways Other (please specify)

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