Local situation assessment framework Guidebook

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Local situation assessment framework Guidebook December 2022 United Nations Development Programme Contents Introduction to the Local situation assessment Framework Place-based factors and assets Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Introduction to the Local situation assessment framework The Local situation assessment framework is a tool to help you think holistically about the longer-term factors and considerations in shaping a thriving, healthy and economically-sustainable place. We recognise that every municipality is different and has its own context, history and unique set of circumstances, strengths and challenges. In response, this framework has been designed to help you focus on your local strengths and consider how you might build on them in the short- and longer-term. We don’t expect you to be strong across every factor. Instead, you should use this framework as a tool to collaboratively prioritise those factors which are most important to your municipality and identify the steps required to achieve them. We’ve designed the framework in this way to help illustrate the need to consider the factors which influence the objectives you are looking to achieve for your place. This document walks you through all parts of the framework and provides a descriptor of what good looks like, and some specific examples and questions to help prompt your thinking. We’d encourage you to use this framework as a collaborative tool to think about longer-term aspirations and priorities for your municipality, and how your Pathways document may support you in achieving them. Place-based factors and assets Local economy and business performance What does good look like? You have been experiencing sustained levels of economic growth and are able to attract a wide range of businesses and workers to the area. Local businesses are provided with the support and expertise to thrive and grow. Within the municipality there is a strong local business network, and the municipality is able to attract both local and national investment. Local businesses have plans for how to adapt to major drivers of economic change, such as automation, the digital economy and internationalisation. You have also considered how social value is a core part of your economic growth plans, focusing on longer term outcomes for people (particularly the links between employment and health) as well as economic growth. Some examples below to help prompt thinking might include: Plans for rethinking high streets, retail sector or the leisure industry post Covid-19 Strong ability and skills to attract investment at a