Report

Foresight study to assess how the City and Growth Deals can provide opportunities for Northern Ireland’s Life and Health Sciences Sector

Matrix are pleased to share this comprehensive report on the Life and Health Sciences sector in Northern Ireland. This foresight study, completed in December 2023, assesses the transformative impact of the City and Growth Deals on the region’s burgeoning Life and Health Sciences industry.

Our report, advocates for a synchronised and collaborative approach involving industry, government, Health and Social Care, and academic institutions. It outlines how the City and Growth Deals provide a pivotal platform for fostering innovation and accelerating development within the Life and Health Science sector. By leveraging the opportunities the City and Growth Deals will create, Northern Ireland can enhance its capacity for scientific and technological advancements, thereby strengthening its position in the global life sciences landscape.

We invite you to download the full report to explore our detailed analysis and strategic recommendations that aim to stimulate structured development and ensure a thriving future for Northern Ireland’s Life and Health Sciences sector.

 

N.B. An earlier version of this report was uploaded with an error on page 5 (Economic output of LHS in NI: The LHS sector accounts for >25% of NI’s economy output) this was amended (Economic output of LHS in NI: The LHS sector accounts for >2.5% of NI’s economy output) on 18/12/2024