Developing a Creative Industries Action Plan for Newcastle-under-Lyme
Description of project
The project supports the Borough Council of Newcastle-under-Lyme in developing a Strategic Creative Industries and Action Plan Solution that integrates cultural, creative, and technological dimensions to foster sustainable economic and social growth. It establishes an actionable framework to strengthen the local creative economy, encourage entrepreneurship, enhance cultural infrastructure, and promote community wellbeing.
The work aligns with the Council’s goal of positioning Newcastle-under-Lyme as a regional creative hub through digital innovation, institutional partnerships, and inclusive development strategies, delivering a comprehensive action plan with technical tools and governance recommendations.
Services provided
- Ecosystem Assessment: Conducted a comprehensive diagnostic and mapping study of Newcastle-under-Lyme’s creative and cultural ecosystem.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Held interviews and consultations with local authorities to ensure alignment with policy priorities and strategic goals.
- Strategic Planning: Developed a Strategic Creative Industries Action Plan, outlining policy, operational, and financial frameworks to drive sector growth.
- Implementation Framework: Designed a detailed implementation roadmap and governance structure, including clearly defined KPIs to monitor progress and impact.
- Digital Innovation: Prepared a Digital Solutions concept to enhance cultural data management and foster public engagement through digital platforms.
