Shared Prosperity Fund 2021-11-17
2021-11-17
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Q1
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The question arises from the lack of clarity and delay in delivering the shared prosperity fund, which is crucial for economic support in Wales.
What recent discussions has he had with the First Minister of Wales on the shared prosperity fund?
Mr Speaker, I am hoping to meet the First Minister with the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities in Cardiff later this week to discuss how we can best support jobs and economic growth in Wales, including through the various initiatives announced at the autumn Budget.
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The answer did not directly address the specific question about recent discussions with the First Minister on the shared prosperity fund.
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Q2
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The question stems from ongoing concerns about delays and lack of clarity regarding the shared prosperity fund, which is essential for local authorities to plan their economic activities.
Will he set out when the shared prosperity fund will be confirmed, when bidding dates will take place and when local government will receive the information needed to bid?
In my conversations with 22 local authorities, they take a much more benign approach to the funding streams than the hon. Gentleman. He obsesses about the UK shared prosperity fund. We have been clear about when that is coming through, with further announcements this year and into next.
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The answer avoided giving specific dates for the confirmation of the shared prosperity fund and did not provide detailed timelines.
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Q3
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The question reflects continued frustration over the lack of information and delay in the delivery of the shared prosperity fund, which is vital for communities in Wales.
When will we get the detail and dates so that needy communities across Wales can plan to spend the shared prosperity fund?
I have repeated the answer to this question on countless occasions this morning. We are looking at a whole range of funding provisions in Wales. The Chancellor was able to provide a record settlement; this is the best settlement for the Welsh Government and local authorities for 20-plus years, and the hon. Gentleman should be acknowledging that.
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The answer changed the subject entirely without addressing when communities would receive information or timelines to start planning for spending the shared prosperity fund.
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