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Regional intelligence
Any strategy for economic participation must be based on a thorough understanding of needs. EEDA therefore commissions independent research and works with the Regional Intelligence Centre to develop a clearer picture of economic participation in the region. This includes the collection and analysis of statistics on issues of participation. It also involves identifying new trends and barriers to participation and reviewing the effectiveness of existing services in the region.
The intelligence gathered is used to guide EEDA's policies and funding through regional programmes. It is also shared with local authorities and other partners to provide a framework for directing local investment.
Current research
Migrant workers longitudinal study
The longitudinal study will follow the changing interactions between migrant workers' motivations, perceptions and decision-making processes regarding length of stay and the barriers they face to participation and inclusion. It will provide an opportunity to gain insight into the complex processes and transitions over time and permit a joined-up understanding of the processes of, and barriers to, successful integration in the workplace and community. Click here for more information on the migrant workers longitudinal study.
Recent publications
- Review of East of England ESF and mainstream worklessness funding23 August 2010 This TERU study was commissioned by EEDA with the overall aim of analysing European Social Fund (ESF) and mainstream worklessness provision in the East of England.
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Longitudinal study of migrant workers in the East of England: interim report24 March 2009
This report, by the Public Policy Consultancy Group at Anglia Ruskin University, presents findings from the first of a three-year study following the experiences of European citizens working in the East of England.
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Migrant worker availability in the East of England24 March 2009
This report from the Insitute of Public Policy Research (ippr) was commissioned by EEDA to assess the role of migration in the economy of the East of England and the potential risks of any change in the availability of migrant labour.
- East of England Economic Participation Study24 November 2008 This study provides a comprehensive statistical baseline showing economic participation levels in the East of England.
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Ending Ethnic Inequality10 October 2008
The extent to which this region works to include its rapidly growing black and minority ethnic population could well be a deciding factor in the success of our regional economy.
- Financial inclusion in the East of England19 September 2008 Financial exclusion imposes real costs on individuals and the economy and can be a significant barrier to employment and starting in enterprise.
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