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Economic Growth: North Wales

Wednesday 11 December 2024 · 3 questions

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Answered 2 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Secretary of State has regular discussions with Cabinet and Welsh Government colleagues on economic growth in north Wales.
  • Over 1 billion in private investment has been driven into north Wales, creating and sustaining over 400 jobs.
  • The Secretary of State is willing to meet representatives from the Mersey Dee region and Growth Track 360 to explore improving railway connectivity.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Andrew Ranger Lab Wrexham
Economy Wales
Context

Discussions are ongoing to increase economic growth in north Wales, with recent investments and job creation.

Question

What recent discussions has the Secretary of State had with Cabinet colleagues on increasing economic growth in north Wales? I have regular meetings on this topic. We aim to drive over £1 billion in private investment into north Wales, creating and sustaining over 400 jobs.

Answer from Jo Stevens

I have regular discussions with Cabinet and Welsh Government colleagues on economic growth. We have driven over £1 billion in private investment into north Wales, creating and sustaining over 400 jobs from Eren Holding and Kellogg's.

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Q2 Andrew Ranger Lab Wrexham
Transport
Context

Cross-border cooperation between north Wales and the Mersey Dee region is key to maximising growth on both sides of the border, with improved railway connectivity being essential.

Question

Will the Secretary of State meet me and representatives from the Mersey Dee region and Growth Track 360 to explore how we can improve railway connectivity and help economies prosper?

Answer from Jo Stevens

I would be delighted to meet my hon. Friend, representatives from the Mersey Dee region, and Growth Track 360. We have already announced a 40% increase in rail capacity on the north Wales main line with 50% more timetabled services.

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Q3 Carla Lockhart DUP Upper Bann
Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Context

Farmers have protested over the impact of government policies on their livelihoods, expressing concern about a 'family farm tax grab' that threatens food security.

Question

Is it time to address farmers' concerns about taxes impacting their businesses and jeopardising food security? Thousands of farmers protest today against actions affecting their farms and food security. Will the Government listen?

Answer from Jo Stevens

The UK Budget provided £5 billion for farming over two years, protecting Welsh farm budgets for the next financial year. The basic payment scheme funding was confirmed for the next year with additional revenue and capital funding to support transitioning to a new sustainable farming scheme.

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Not addressed: The specific request for addressing farmers' tax concerns and stopping what is described as a 'family farm tax grab'

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