Key Competitive Attractions
Lanarkshire is connected to Glasgow and Edinburgh by major motorways, airports and rail links, which help to make it one of the UK’s most successful business locations. It is recognised for its diverse modern economy and enterprising and skilled workforce who make a major contribution to Scotland’s economy.
Over the last 12 months Lanarkshire’s local business growth rate has been double that of Scotland as a whole, and the finance and business service sectors have doubled in the past decade, indicating a ready and receptive workforce. Over 3 million people live within an hours drive of the area.
