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In October 2007 the Scottish chemicals industry launched its Strategy and Action Plan. The Strategic Plan is the outcome of an industry-led, Scottish Enterprise-supported initiative, to safeguard and develop the chemical sector in Scotland.

The objective is “to ensure that a vibrant and competitive chemicals industry exists in Scotland in 20 years time”.

The aims of the strategy will be achieved by implementing a 10-point plan covering five topics – sustainability, innovation, skills, reputation and investment. 80 high-level industrialists and academics are actively involved in the delivery of the industry strategy through these five topic groups.

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The chemicals sector and the Scottish economy

The chemicals industry in Scotland is designated by Scottish Enterprise as a ‘priority industry’, deemed of essential importance to the Scottish economy and is supported by a dedicated industry team. Chemical sciences are vital to the Scottish economy because:

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