This report is a scoping study commissioned by Devon County Council in partnership with Somerset County Council and Heart of the South West LEP. It examines the economic opportunities of an ageing society.
Research on People & Skills
Workforce Skills Survey 2017
A survey into the training and skill level of the Devon workforce to map shortages and skills gaps experienced by business, with the findings for use in further plans.
Retention of Care Workers 2017
A piece of research exploring the recruitment and retention issues among regulated Care Workers providing domiciliary care in the Adult Social Care Sector in Devon.
Workforce Skills Survey 2016
A survey into the training and skill level of the Devon workforce to map shortages and skills gaps experienced by business, with the findings for use in further plans.
Workforce Skills Survey 2015
A survey into the training and skill level of the Devon workforce to map shortages and skills gaps experienced by business, with the findings for use in further plans.
Regionalisation of Public Sector Pay 2012
This research looks to understand the proposals for establishing regional pay and localised pay settlements in the public sector.
Self-Employment in Devon 2011
This report explores the scale, nature, and role of self-employed activity in Devon, providing a breakdown across the eight district council areas where possible.
The Impact of Older People on the Devon Economy 2010
A research survey into the effects of the recession on income and quality of life for local pensioners and retirees.