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Shrewsbury Town Centre Redevelopment
09 November 2021
Lead MP
Daniel Kawczynski
Shrewsbury and Atcham
Con
Responding Minister
Not recorded
Tags
Business & Trade
Word Count: 3512
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Daniel Kawczynski raised concerns about shrewsbury town centre redevelopment in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.
Key Requests to Government:
I ask the Minister to arrange a meeting between Peter Freeman at Homes England and Shropshire Council officials to discuss redevelopment opportunities. I also request that the Minister seriously consider our bid for £20 million in levelling-up fund support to regenerate the town centre, which would boost economic prosperity and address funding shortages.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
I am concerned about the lack of levelling-up fund investment in Shropshire compared to inner-city conurbations such as Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, and others. The council's attempt to secure £20 million for town centre redevelopment was unsuccessful, despite owning three major shopping centres in prime real estate. The value of these sites has decreased due to changing high street circumstances and online retail growth, raising concerns among the local electorate.
Virendra Sharma
Lab
Ealing North
Reminded Members to wear face coverings when not speaking and to follow current Government guidance on lateral flow tests twice a week if entering the parliamentary estate. Advised members and staff to give space to each other.
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