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Wythenshawe and Sale Town Centres: Regeneration
02 May 2023
Lead MP
Mike Kane
Debate Type
Adjournment Debate
Tags
TransportBusiness & TradeLocal Government
Other Contributors: 1
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.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
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.
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
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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