Our purpose

Our vision is for the Highlands and Islands to be a leading net zero region with a dynamic wellbeing economy that benefits its growing population and makes a valued contribution to Scotland.

Our purpose

Our purpose is to build and sustain a greener, fairer and more resilient region that benefits everyone. Our 2023-28 strategy sets out a clear vision and direction for the next five years and illustrates how we will contribute to the delivery of the Scottish Government's  National Strategy for Economic Transformation.

We work with communities, enterprises, and stakeholders to unlock our region’s potential for growth and progress, while driving fair work and net zero practices. We will deliver through focusing on our four pillars: People, Place, Planet and Prosperity. 

We offer support and investment to a wide range of projects that will help us secure key outcomes for the Highlands and Islands:

• a more balanced population and growing skilled workforce
• an increase in average wages
• an increase in economic and community benefit from our transition to net zero
• enhanced productivity and innovation throughout the region

As the economic and community development agency for the Highlands and Islands, we continue to be ambitious for every part of our region. 

Below you will find links to our strategic documents that guide our purpose and priorities. This includes our own strategy, operating plan and annual report, as well as our annual strategic guidance letter from Scottish Government and our framework agreement.