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Plan for Barrow
10 February 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
At a Glance
Issue Summary
This statement discusses the UK government's commitment to supporting Barrow-in-Furness in its role within the Defence Nuclear Enterprise.
Action Requested
The Government is announcing the appointment of Dr Simon Case as Chair of the Barrow Delivery Board, a key role in overseeing the £200 million Barrow Transformation Fund and delivering the Plan for Barrow. The Board will include representatives from MHCLG and MOD to ensure local leadership and community benefit.
Key Facts
- BAE Systems’ Barrow shipyard is the only UK facility with infrastructure, site licence, and resources to design and build nuclear submarines.
- £200 million Barrow Transformation Fund supports long-term investment in Barrow’s people.
- Dr Simon Case appointed as Chair of the Barrow Delivery Board.
- Dr Simon Case was previously Cabinet Secretary and Head of the UK Civil Service.
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