Economy
DEVELOPING A STRONG, SUSTAINABLE AND COMPETITIVE ECONOMY
The health of the Caithness economy is a high priority for Caithness Partnership as we regard it as central to all aspects of life in the country with an impact on health and education services, transport, community wellbeing and even the environment. Economic development is supported by having good services, good quality natural environment, good transport links and a sense of community safety.
It is estimated that one in four jobs in Caithness is dependent on the Dounreay nuclear power station. With the Dounreay site now undergoing a process of decommissioning efforts are being made to generate alternative local employment. A Socio-economic Strategy for Caithness and North Sutherland was produced in 2006 by a working group chaired by Rt Hon. John Thurso MP. Subsequently an Action plan was produced by Highlands & Islands Enterprise in 2007 and is being progressed by the Caithness Regeneration Partnership.
The Caithness Regeneration Partnership is a partnership between Highland Council, Highlands & Islands Enterprise, Scottish Executive and the Nuclear Decomissioning Authority and has been set up to oversee delivery of the Action Plan for Caithness & North Sutherland.
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