The Framework for Growth was informed by a full review (2024) of the economic data and trends affecting our area; development of a common set of sectoral definitions and analysis of key economic metrics for the defined sectors. These documents can be found here:

ECONOMIC EVIDENCE BASE (2024)

Sectoral definitions

To support the development of the Pan Dorset Framework for Growth (published March 2025), we have also worked with partners in our area to develop a common set of sectoral definitions.

The following report provides a set of agreed SIC code definitions for sectors that are commonly referred to in the Pan Dorset area. It should be noted, that the definitions developed here may differ from those used in other documents contained within the data and insights page.
The sector definitions report can be found here: SECTOR DEFINITIONS

Analysis of key economic metrics for the defined sectors

In addition, the following spreadsheet provides an analysis of key economic metrics for the defined sectors: SECTOR ANALYSIS

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