Exploring Inclusive Growth Strategies in Competition Policy and Regulation
Delve into high-quality independent research on competition policy and regulation, emphasizing an inclusive approach to economic growth. The initiative, led by Catherine Waddams, aims to foster discussions on defining a good economy and enhancing intervention effectiveness. Through initiatives like inclusive decision-making and promoting social enterprises, the project is dedicated to building a more inclusive and sustainable economy in Norwich. Join the pledge to support job creation, social enterprises, digital inclusion, and community consultation for a better economy.
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High quality independent research into competition policy and regulation Three dimensions of an Three dimensions of an Inclusive approach (to growth) Inclusive approach (to growth) Catherine Waddams Christian Perspectives on Economic Growth competitionpolicy.ac.uk ACE conference, July 2023 competitionpolicy.ac.uk
1. 1. Inclusion Inclusion through set through set- -up up A key purpose of the commission is to open up discussion of what constitutes a good economy beyond just policy makers and professionals etc. Included business (BID, Norfolk Chamber of Commerce), county and city councils, 3 HE institutions, voluntary & social enterprise sectors, LEP High quality independent research into competition policy and regulation
Origin and task Established by Norwich City Council & UEA for 2 years based on seminars, ESRC impact accelerator funding, LEP funding Task: 1. What is the economy of Norwich? 2. What do we mean by a good economy? 3. How can we intervene more effectively? High quality independent research into competition policy and regulation
2. Inclusion through process 2. Inclusion through process listening to unheard voices voices listening to unheard Commissioned co-operative game to identify values and priorities Grants to encourage/enable organisations to engage their beneficiaries and networks in discussions around the economy Exhibition in Forum to demonstrate and invite ideas some groups very grateful for voice how many reached? High quality independent research into competition policy and regulation
3. The resulting pledge is inclusive 3. The resulting pledge is inclusive We pledge to pursue a more inclusive and sustainable economy within the city of Norwich and commit to building a better economy in our local area by addressing the following challenges: Promote and provide jobs where people feel valued; (especially front line - care workers, hospitality, tourism) Buy from social enterprises, support their wider work; Support social/environmental aims in recruitment & purchasing; Consult meaningfully on decisions, including community; Promote digital inclusion in Norwich; Monitor progress & report annually to City Vision2040; Share what we're doing and encourage others to join us. High quality independent research into competition policy and regulation
Bias in favour of the poor and marginalised Bias in favour of the poor and marginalised Secular basis to Commission inclusion not unique to Norwich/NGEC I am come to bring life in all its fulness Many examples of Jesus bias to the poor, marginalised unlikely group of chosen disciples not power holders Beatitudes (Matt 5:3-11); sheep and goats (Matt 25:31-46); Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) general approach to do with rather than do to High quality independent research into competition policy and regulation
Christian perspective on inclusion includes: Christian perspective on inclusion includes: open to different perspectives: role of prayer? consider and succour whole person and experience promote inclusion in growth - perhaps even more in stagnation? Further theological insights? Further theological insights? High quality independent research into competition policy and regulation
Thank you https://gettalking.norwich.gov.uk/norwich-good-economy- commission c.waddams@uea.ac.uk High quality independent research into competition policy and regulation
