

In this report you will find an overview of the South West Development Commission's activities for 2010/11.
You will learn how our projects benefited the region during the year in review.
Gain insight into how local decision-making is helping to shape the region.
And discover how we are planning for the future.
Most of the information about our projects is contained in chapters structured around the Commission's strategic plan, which guides the Commission's delivery of services into three key areas:
People and Place, Infrastruclture and Environment, Knowledge, Enterprise and Innovation
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Royalties for Regions has been allocated its own chapter to highlight the impact it has across our three strategic service areas.
A summary of our corporate performance and audited financial statements are also provided in this report.
This report is available in alternative formats on request. Contact Val Carwright for more information.
We focus on projects which engage the community in developing a vibrant region. This includes planning, civic engagement, community leadership, community infrastructure and services, and urban renewal.
Find out more about our work in the area of People and Place in 2010/11.
Our aim is to build modern infrastructure which supports industry, maintains a sense of place for our communities and values our natural environment.
Find out more about our work in the area of Infrastructure and Environment in 2010/11.
We aim to create jobs, develop greater job diversity and increase incomes through a diverse industrial base. Projects focus on attracting knowledge-based industries and maximising the region's trade potential.
Find out more about our work in the area of Knowledge, Enterprise and Innovation in 2010/11.