Business

Unemployment in West Lothian is at its lowest for more than 25 years.

The area was once at the heart of the industrial revolution. Now the local economy is largely made up of seven key sectors, employing almost 70% of the area’s workforce:

• High technology and biotechnology
• Computers and electronics
• Distribution and logistics
• Business, customer and financial services (including contact centres)
• Manufacturing
• Retail
• Food and drink

Multinational companies like Sky Television and Intelligent Finance have successfully located operations in West Lothian.

• West Lothian Business Portal
  Information about local industries and business support networks plus help with relocating to the area and finding property.
• West Lothian Chamber of Commerce
  Resources and advice to help businesses grow.

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