Doncaster Chamber is looking forward to a year of prosperity for the city and its business community, with the outlook for 2024 looking very bright if the right steps are taken to create the conditions for economic growth, says its Chief Exec Dan Fell.
He said it was no secret that the past eighteen or so months had largely been defined by persistent challenges and missed opportunities. “In that space of time, Doncaster has had to reckon with the closure of its international airport, the near-miss of its campaign to be the home of Great British Railways, and assorted macroeconomic headwinds that are still exacting a heavy toll across the country.
“The Chamber of Commerce is optimistic that there could now be light at the end of this tunnel and that the future could have many great things in store for our city. Indeed, the organisation has a number of ambitious but credible aims it hopes will be fulfilled by the end of this year, and is pledging to work tirelessly to ensure these are met or in-progress.
“I believe that, after the disappointments of recent months, Doncaster is poised to stage a comeback in 2024 and we intend to be a big part of that resurgence.
“Our business community has suffered multiple knocks lately but, through characteristic Yorkshire grit and sheer resilience, they have capably weathered that storm. We are determined to make this year better for them, and for all of Doncaster’s residents, by righting the ship, finally capitalising on our city status, and embracing the exciting opportunities that are firmly within our grasp.
“Later on in 2024, we will be publishing a new Business Manifesto that sets out exactly how we want to achieve these goals but, in the meantime, a few clear priorities do stand out.”
