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Investing in our future
Our mission is building a dynamic and competitive UK economy by: creating the conditions for business success; promoting innovation, enterprise and science; and giving everyone the skills and opportunities to succeed. To achieve this we will foster world-class universities and promote an open global economy. » More
As outlined in our strategy 'Going for Growth', our focus is investing in economic growth, delivering against our New Industry, New Jobs strategy as part of Building Britain's Future. This is how we're doing it:
Skills for Growth
Higher Ambitions
Advanced Manufacturing
Life Sciences Blueprint 
Low Carbon Industrial Strategy
Digital Britain
Partnerships for Growth
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Backing young Britain brings businesses, public and voluntary sectors together to ensure the skills and experience of young people aren't wasted.
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