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An environment for prosperity and quality living accommodating growth in the Thames Valley

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The Thames Valley is seen as the powerhouse of the British economy, and one of the best performing regions in Europe. This economic base offers opportunities for expansion with the potential for it to become the knowledge capital of Europe. Business interests view the area as a highly desirable location, not only because of its markets, skills and proximity to the City and Heathrow but also because of its high quality environment. Companies, however, complain of skills shortages, traffic congestion, lack of suitable premises and housing that is affordable to the workforce. Much of the Thames Valley is either Green Belt or Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Furthermore, the availability of future water supplies, the maintenance of the quality of water in the rivers and managing flood risk are also likely to act as constraints on development in the future. How economic growth is to be achieved with minimal additional development and without detriment to the environment is the central question that is likely to dominate planning in the this region over the next few years. Is it possible to achieve more with existing resources? Copyright © 2004 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd and ERP Environment.

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  • Hugh Howes, 2004. "An environment for prosperity and quality living accommodating growth in the Thames Valley," Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, John Wiley & Sons, vol. 11(1), pages 35-47, March.
  • Handle: RePEc:wly:corsem:v:11:y:2004:i:1:p:35-47
    DOI: 10.1002/csr.53
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