Representation by London Borough of Bexley (London Borough of Bexley)
- Date submitted
- 26 March 2021
- Submitted by
- Local authorities
The Council supports the proposed resort development in principle, considering that it will represent a major investment in the sub region, offering significant economic development opportunities for local residents and businesses as well as a hugely enhanced leisure and recreational offer. The Council is keen that these economic development opportunities are maximised and that the benefits extend beyond the immediate area of the development. As a result it is important that the developer consider how best to: - align with and appropriately support skills and training initiatives in the sub region to ensure residents have clear pathways to retrain and upskill so as to access the new employment opportunities - take advantage of and liaise with recruitment schemes and services in the wider sub region so as to maximise the reach of recruitment campaigns and ensure proper access for all those in need of employment - provide appropriate business support for local businesses who may wish to seek to contribute to the resorts supply chain in sectors such as construction, catering, leisure, entertainment, ICT and hospitality - Make appropriate linkages with sub regional education institutions to maximise the potential for work experience, internships and similar initiatives, particularly with regard to the Mayor's construction academy and performance colleges such as Rose Bruford and Bird College.