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Economic Regeneration

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Dudley - proud of the past - positive for the future

Dudley is a borough proud of its past and positive for the future. The Borough has played an important role in the region's economy for many centuries, from its medieval Barons and their land based wealth to being at the forefront of the industrial revolution. The resourcefulness of local people has shaped the industrial and economic course of Britain and the world.

The area has faced many changes over the years. The traditional engineering and manufacturing sectors have adapted to global challenges; and with the growth of the visitor economy and retail sectors. Dudley has turned change into positive opportunities. Across the borough private and public sector partnerships and building new business units, affordable homes, creating new jobs and providing an array of leisure facilities.

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Invest In Dudley Borough

Invest in Dudley Borough and be part of sustainable development projects totalling more than £1.5 billion(€2.1b) over the next ten years. Dudley borough, situated in the heart of the Black Country, is a haven for private sector investors thanks to a truly innovative regeneration programme.

Brierley Hill Town Centre

If ambitious targets to turn around the fortunes of the Black Country are to be realised commercial opportunity must be grasped where it already exists and nurtured where it does not. Building upon existing economic strength, such as Merry Hill and the Waterfront, is the logical starting point for kick starting a new future for the Black Country.

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Wren's Nest National Nature Reserve

Wren's Nest National Nature Reserve is the focus of a major proposal to conserve, enhance and allow access to unique mining features, canal links, geology and natural history. The proposals would see the Seven Sisters Mine and surrounding underground caves stabilised and open to the public as an incredible educational and visitor attraction.

Dudley Town Centre - Exciting Times

Economic growth and sustainability of our town centres can only be achieved in partnership with key stakeholders. Without the support of the local community, businesses, investors and developers there could not be the drive, determination or commitment to deliver a modern-day town centre that will provide a unique experience for living, working or leisure.

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External Funding

The Council works with a number of different funding agencies in an attempt to bring public and Private Sector investment into the Borough to help develop its regeneration projects.
Public Sector money and External Funding can come from a variety of sources. Generally however they come from either Europe, through the European Regional Development Fund or the European Social Fund or from various Government Departments. 

Tourism Development

The Visitor Economy is an important sector within Dudley Borough. We welcomed approximately 4.8 million visitors in 2003 who spent a total of £189 million while the sector supported approximately 5,700 jobs.

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Brownfield Land

The development of Brownfield Land and contaminated land is subject to a range of the legislative requirements and developers should contact the Council prior to the submission of any proposals on land in the Borough.