In this section
- Foreword
- Our vision for Carmarthenshire
- What is a Digital Strategy?
- How plans are made: Local, Regional and National Alignment
- Well-being of Future Generations Act (Wales) 2015
- Carmarthenshire Well-being Objectives
- Well-being Goals for Wales
- Engagement and Involvement
- Partnerships and Collaboration
- Governance: Our Transformation Programme
- Monitoring Benefits
- Building the Digital Foundations in Carmarthenshire
- The Welsh Language
- Net Zero Carbon
- Schools
- HWB and the HWB Sustainability Scheme
- Elected Members
- Resources
- What we will deliver
Building the Digital Foundations in Carmarthenshire
Carmarthenshire
Carmarthenshire is the third largest county in Wales covering some 2,365 square kilometres, with the forth largest population at 187,900 people. It is a county of contrast. The agricultural economy and landscape of rural Carmarthenshire coexists alongside the urban and industrial south-eastern area.
The County is characterized by a rich social and economic tapestry that reflects our historical significance and natural beauty. With a population blending traditional Welsh communities and a growing multicultural presence, the social fabric is diverse, fostering a sense of cultural coexistence.
The economy of Carmarthenshire is multifaceted, encompassing agriculture, tourism, and emerging sectors like renewable energy. The picturesque landscapes attract tourists, contributing to the local economy. As Carmarthenshire adapts to modern challenges, digital is playing a pivotal and increasing role in shaping our social and economic future.
Swansea Bay City Region
The Swansea Bay City Region and City Deal’s proposal aims to help put the region at the forefront of the digital age in a post COVID19 world, focusing on developing Next Generation Digital Infrastructure including improvements to expand the provision of fixed ultra-fast Gigabit capable broadband, 4G/5G and Wi-Fi capabilities to benefit both rural and urban areas of the region.
An enhanced digital infrastructure will enable the region to innovate, trial and commercialise smart internet-based solutions that will transform the economy in areas such as energy, manufacturing and life sciences.
This will effectively support large-scale home working, athe local economy, help address local congestion issues as well as support mainstream delivery improvements/ innovations.
