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We are Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). Our purpose is to generate sustainable economic growth across our region
Latest news and updates
- 31 October 2017
£1 million for Rothesay Pavilion
More than £1 million of European funding for the restoration of Rothesay Pavilion will help create new jobs, Economy Secretary Keith Brown has said.
Read more - 31 October 2017
Ceannard Ùr dha ionad ealain is dualchais ann an Uibhist a Tuath
Thathas air ceannard ùr fhastadh airson prògram ealain is dualchais a leasachadh ann an Uibhist a Tuath.
Read more - 25 October 2017
Highlands and Islands Food and Drink 2017 award winners announced
Businesses in the Highlands & Islands are celebrating after being crowned winners at the prestigious Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards 2017.
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Our Priorities
Businesses and social enterprises in the Highlands and Islands are ambitious, both for their individual enterprise and for the growth of the region as a whole. Greater economic prosperity will be delivered through private sector led investments which create jobs and wealth.
The Government Economic Strategy (GES) identifies seven sectors as offering particular opportunities for growth due to existing comparative advantages or through potential to capitalise on Scotland's unique natural assets.
HIE plays a leading role in developing the conditions which will enable the Highlands and Islands to fulfil its potential as a globally competitive region with a thriving, low carbon economy.
Strong communities are essential to the continued success of the Highlands and Islands. Social and economic developments are complementary in achieving growth, particularly in remote, sparsely-populated areas.