Economy and Industry
Our team has expertise in undertaking economic impact assessments and research relating to industry or business development.
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(Welsh ICE 2024-25)
Arad was commissioned to undertake an evaluation of the UKSPF business support projects delivered by Welsh Innovation Centre for Enterprise (Welsh ICE) in Caerphilly and Newport. The evaluation focused on an assessment of the project delivery processes, achievements against output targets, as well as achievements relating to the economic and social outcomes generated and lessons learnt from the projects.
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(Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council 2024-25)
Arad Research was commissioned by Ceredigion County Council to undertake an assessment of the impact of the culture sector on the economy and wellbeing in Ceredigion.
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(Farming Connect 2024)
This assessment included a survey of almost 300 farmers who had participated in the advisory service. The study focussed on assessing the impact the service had on the turnover and profitability of farm businesses as well as the impact on environmental issues including reductions on the reliance of pesticide and improved animal welfare.
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(Menter a Busnes 2024)
This assessment reviewed the economic impact and return on investment generated by the programme aimed at supporting beef, sheep and dairy farmers to make more effective and efficient use of their grassland. The review also considered the wider environmental impact this had on reducing reliance on fertilizers and purchased animal feed.
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(Theatr Clwyd, 2018)
Arad is currently undertaking a study for Theatr Clwyd focusing on its economic impact on Flintshire and wider north east Wales through surveys of staff, suppliers and visitors. The study is also examining the organisation’s wider cultural and social impact through an assessment of its outreach programmes and quality of cultural offer.