WHY WEST LOTHIAN?
ECONOMIC PROFILE
West Lothian's economy is worth over £4.5 billion per annum. Multinationals, indigenous scale-ups and early-stage start-ups form a vibrant and competitive business base.
The modern West Lothian economy has been built on a diverse range of sectors but is now characterised by life sciences, engineering, construction, food & drink, distribution, aerospace, retail, software development and renewables.
Unemployment is typically below both Scotland and UK levels with the competitive wage around Scotland's average rate.
We are proud to be the long-term home for companies including, Sky Television, Q2, Mitsubishi, Aldi, Glenmorangie and Valneva. These are just some of our largest employers with deep roots in West Lothian.
Regional Skills Assessment
The Regional Skills Assessments (RSAs) provide a coherent evidence base to inform future investment in skills, built up from existing datasets and forecasts. RSAs are developed by SDS using a range of trusted sources to show current and future economic contribution as well as current and future skills demand.
The latest RSA infographic for West Lothian can be found here.
Click through below to view data extracted from the latest SDS RSA Report:
WEST LOTHIAN ECONOMIC INVESTMENT PLAN 2025 - 2035
The West Lothian Economic Investment Plan 2025 - 2035 sets out a framework on how the council and its partners aim to maximise the economic competitiveness of West Lothian and its contribution to the regional and national economies.
You can read the full plan below and view the supporting document here.
WEST LOTHIAN -
SCOTLAND’S HUB
Are you considering a new location for your business? With excellent transport links, a strong economy, highly skilled people and a quality lifestyle and working environment, West Lothian is the perfect location.