Growing a Sustainable Economy
The Consultative Event entitled Growing a Sustainable Economy took place on 5 September 2005 in Clydebank. Please use the links below for further information on the Agenda, the Outcomes and for the Presentations given by the Speakers:
Presentations given at the Event
The following presentations are available in PDF Format
Provides an overview of the scope of the NTS and linkages with other policy areas.
The Economic challenge facing Scotland and the role of transport with case studies to illustrate.
- An Industry View - Niall Stuart
The key transport issues which need to be addressed from a small business perspective.
- Environmental Context - three presentations from the Executive
Transport and Sustainable development - Tom Davy
Climate change - Alistair Montgomery
Energy Efficiency: A quick overview - Richard Bellingham
Tranport's role within the Executive's regeneration policy.
- The Challenge of pursuing a sustainable transport strategy, facilitating economic growth - David Spaven
The challenge of balancing economic growth with environmental considerations.
- The role of business and industry in delivering the National Transport Strategy - Amanda Harvie
The role of transport and communication in sustaining the service industry.
Alternative ways of accessing the Presentations
If you would like these presentations in hard copy then please email the National Transport Strategy Team at transport@scotland.gsi.gov.uk or alternatively write to:
National Transport Strategy Team, Scottish Executive, Area 2D (Dockside), Victoria Quay, Edinburgh, EH6 6QQ