East Kent Local Investment Plan

A major plan setting out key priorities for investment for the future of East Kent has been approved by Dover District Council's Cabinet this week.

The East Kent Local Investment Plan 2011-2026 has been drawn up by the East Kent Local Strategic Partnership on behalf of a wide range of community partners. This includes Dover District Council and other East Kent Local Authorities, Kent County Council, and the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA).

The plan looks at key strategic priorities for East Kent, and major projects for each district to bring investment, jobs and housing for the future. Key projects include Dover Port, Waterfront and Town Centre, and the A2 corridor. It has been brought together to inform future investment decisions for Dover District and East Kent, including through the Local Enterprise Partnership and other programmes where appropriate.

Cllr Paul Watkins, Leader of Dover District Council, said: "We are delighted to approve the East Kent Local Investment Plan. It is vital that we continue to work with all partners to make the strongest case for future investment for Dover District and East Kent. The strategic and local priorities from a Dover perspective add value to East Kent, and a number of local schemes are already 'construction ready' and will continue to bring major private sector investment to the area.

"The work already undertaken in a range of areas in Dover District, including having Growth Point Status and our Local Development Framework in place, has set firm foundations for growth, and with the approval of the East Kent LIP, we are looking forward to seeing continued regeneration and investment for the future of the area."