Levelling-Up Fund 2021-04-27
2021-04-27
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Questions & Answers
Q1
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Context
The MP inquired about the process used to evaluate bids for the levelling-up fund.
How his Department determined the criteria for assessing bids to the levelling-up fund; and if he will make a statement.
The £4.8 billion levelling-up fund will invest in local infrastructure that has a visible impact on communities across the United Kingdom. It has been jointly designed by the Treasury, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and the Department for Transport.
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Assessment & feedback
The criteria for assessing bids was not addressed specifically.
Changed Subject To Overall Goals Of The Fund.
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Q2
Partial Answer
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The MP expressed hope that the levelling-up fund would enhance infrastructure in south Wales, particularly highlighting improvements needed for the Ebbw Vale to Cardiff line.
Having waited so long, I really hope that the levelling-up fund will boost infrastructure in south Wales. I have already written to the Chancellor about the improvements that are needed for the Ebbw Vale to Cardiff line, to help young people especially to get to work, so can the Minister assure me that this investment will finally be seen through?
I share the hon. Gentleman's desire to boost infrastructure in south Wales, and he is quite right to focus on young people getting to work, given how impacted they have been by the pandemic. He knows that his area in particular has received additional funding for capacity, and this will enable it to bid for the levelling-up fund to address the issues that he highlights.
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Assessment & feedback
No specific assurance or timeline was provided regarding investment in Ebbw Vale to Cardiff line.
Acknowledged Desire For Improvement But Did Not Commit.
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