About this episode

This episode discusses how space innovation, workforce development, and placemaking are influencing the economic future of the South Coast.

In this episode of Let’s Talk South Coast, we explore how space innovation, workforce development and placemaking are shaping the South Coast’s economic future. Nella is joined by Louise Butt from Space South Central; Professor David Hutchinson from the University of Portsmouth; and Marelize de Beurs, from Basingstoke and Dean Borough Council, to unpack what makes the region a compelling place to invest, work and build long-term growth. What you’ll hear about in this episode: Why the South Co...

People in this episode

Host: Nella Pang

Guests: Louise Butt, Professor David Hutchinson, Marelize de Beurs

Topics covered

• space innovation
• workforce development
• placemaking
• economic growth
• investment
• regional development

Keywords

• economic growth
• South Coast
• space innovation
• workforce development
• placemaking
• investment

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Space South Central, University of Portsmouth, Basingstoke and Dean Borough Council

Places: South Coast

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