Commons Sense

House of Commons · Adjournment Debate

Wythenshawe and Sale Town Centres: Regeneration

02 May 2023 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Mike Kane Lab Wythenshawe and Sale East

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Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Mike Kane raised concerns about wythenshawe and sale town centres: regeneration in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

Key points

  • Mike Kane highlighted the historical significance and current challenges of town centres in his constituency, particularly Wythenshawe.
  • Kane expressed disappointment over the rejection of levelling-up fund bids and criticised the government's record on levelling up and transport infrastructure.
  • Davison acknowledged the importance of town centres and noted successful funding bids in other areas, citing the need for difficult decisions due to high demand for levelling-up funds.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Mike Kane Lab Wythenshawe and Sale East

Mike Kane highlighted the importance of town centres in his constituency, emphasising their historical significance and current challenges. He praised Wythenshawe's garden city heritage and its potential for development with proper investment. He mentioned the rejection of bids to the levelling-up fund despite local support, expressing disappointment over missed opportunities and questioning government priorities. Kane criticised the Government’s record on levelling up, transport infrastructure, and funding cuts affecting councils. Despite these challenges, he praised his council's commitment to delivering regeneration plans for Wythenshawe and Sale without government funds.

Other contributors (1)
  • Navendu Mishra Lab Stockport

    Mishra paid tribute to Stockport’s efforts in regenerating the town centre, including 'Foodie Friday', and supported extending the Metrolink.

Government Response

Dehenna Davison

Davison acknowledged the importance of town centres as community hubs. She highlighted successful funding bids in Trafford Borough Council and other areas, noting that difficult decisions had to be made due to overwhelming response to levelling-up fund applications. She detailed the criteria for judging bids and assured further discussion on unsuccessful ones. Davison discussed future plans including a third round of levelling-up funds and significant investments in Greater Manchester through devolution deals. She emphasised government commitment to work closely with local leaders, promising to support regeneration projects like Wythenshawe and Sale’s.

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