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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Levelling-up Fund: Project Delivery

Wednesday 17 November 2021 · 4 questions

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Answered 1 Partly answered 3 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The UK Government are working closely with local partners in Wales to deliver levelling-up fund projects quickly and successfully.
  • My right hon Friend has championed the Barry marina proposal and highlighted the seven UK community renewal fund projects worth over 1 million in the Vale of Glamorgan.
  • The second round of the levelling-up fund is expected to open in spring next year, and the UK Government look forward to receiving bids from local authorities throughout Wales.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Alun Cairns Con
Economy Wales Local Government
Context

Discussions about the progress and impact of projects funded by the levelling-up fund in Wales.

Question

What recent discussions has the Welsh Government had with the UK Government on the progress of delivering projects funded by the levelling-up fund in Wales?

Answer from David Davies

The UK Government are fully focused on levelling up the whole of the United Kingdom, through programmes such as the levelling-up fund. We are working closely and directly with local authorities and other local partners right across the UK to ensure that those projects are delivered quickly and successfully.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not provide specific details about recent discussions with Welsh Government on project progress.

How: Working Closely And Directly, Right Across The Uk

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Q2 Alun Cairns Con
Economy Transport Local Government
Context

The absence of European funds in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, and a proposed marina project that could be funded by the levelling-up fund.

Question

Is the Minister aware that Barry in my constituency did not qualify for European funds? Does he accept that the levelling-up fund is a potential game changer for the Vale of Glamorgan? May I draw his attention to the excellent proposal for a marina for Barry, which would recover land for development? May I ask him to pay particular attention when this application comes in?

Answer from David Davies

My right hon. Friend has long been a doughty champion of this scheme, as he has of many other schemes, including the seven UK community renewal fund projects that are going to be delivered in the Vale of Glamorgan and are worth more than £1 million. We would encourage as many good-quality bids as possible from the Vale of Glamorgan.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not specifically address the marina proposal or the potential game changer aspect of the levelling-up fund for Barry/Vale of Glamorgan.

How: Doughty Champion, Seven Uk Community Renewal Fund Projects

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Q3 Anna McMorrin Lab Cardiff North
Climate Wales
Context

Climate action funding in Wales, despite the lack of EU funds, and renewable energy initiatives.

Question

On climate action, the UK must step up to provide the funding that is needed across the whole of Wales. Despite a lack of EU funding, the Welsh Labour Government are delivering on renewable energy and achieving third best recycling rates in the world. Will the Secretary of State discuss more climate investment with his Welsh counterparts?

Answer from David Davies

In addition to the UK community renewal fund, shared prosperity fund and levelling-up fund, we also have growth deals that deliver environmental projects. These are funded 50% by the UK Government and 50% by the Welsh Government, who will receive an extra £2.5 billion next year.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not provide details on discussions about climate investment specifically.

How: Growth Deals, Extra Funding

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Q4 David Jones Con
Wales Local Government
Context

Enthusiasm for the levelling-up fund in Denbighshire and Conwy, with local authorities eager to submit their bids.

Question

There is tremendous enthusiasm for the levelling-up fund in both Denbighshire and Conwy. Local authorities are eager to put in their bids. When will the second round be likely to open?

Answer from David Davies

The second round is expected to open in spring next year, and we look forward to receiving bids from local authorities throughout Wales.

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