Regional growth and regeneration to be sparked by cash boost for Wales' critical culture projects
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£15 million confirmed for Wales cultural projects in the latest step to deliver economic growth across the country.
- Growth in jobs, tourism and regional regeneration to be ushered in by funding for major cultural projects in Wales
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- Funding is the latest step in the Plan for Change to deliver economic growth across the country
Regional growth regeneration will get a much-needed boost as two major culture projects across Wales will receive £15 million funding to help boost growth and spark regional regeneration, the government confirmed today (17 February).Â
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Projects in Wales receiving funding include:바카라 사이트¯바카라 사이트¯Â
- £10 million for Venue Cymru in Conwy, Wales, will upgrade the largest Welsh arts centre outside Cardiff and deliver a step-change in the use of the building, including the consideration of relocating the existing library and Tourist Information Centre to create a modern and innovative cultural hub. Â
- £5 million for Newport Transporter Bridge, Wales, that will fund vital repair and maintenance works to Newport Transporter Bridge, which plays a crucial role in the tourism economy as a visitor attraction in South Wales.Â
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner said:바카라 사이트¯바카라 사이트¯Â
Every corner of the UK has something unique to offer, and our rich creative capital must not be underestimated.바카라 사이트¯바카라 사이트¯Â
Our Plan for Change promises growth for every region and I바카라 사이트™ve seen first-hand how these projects are igniting growth in their communities. Â
Through investing in these critical cultural projects we can empower both local leaders and people to really tap into their potential and celebrate everything their home town has to offer. This means more tourism, more growth and more money in people바카라 사이트™s pockets.바카라 사이트바카라 사이트¯Â
Alex Norris, Minster for Local Growth said:바카라 사이트¯바카라 사이트¯Â
The benefits of these fantastic projects go far beyond community and county borders, they are key to unlocking a regional and nationwide celebration of UK culture and creativity as well as driving growth and regeneration.바카라 사이트¯바카라 사이트¯Â
This investment marks a huge step forward in our decade of national renewal as committed to in our Plan for Change - creating jobs and boosting tourism and regeneration in our regions is the type of long-term, sustainable growth the government is prioritising to ultimately put more money in people바카라 사이트™s pockets.바카라 사이트바카라 사이트¯Â
Secretary of State for Wales Jo Stevens said:Â
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These projects will celebrate and raise awareness of the unique social value and cultural history of Wales while also supporting crucial economic growth through creating local jobs and attracting tourism on a national scale.바카라 사이트¯바카라 사이트¯Â
Projects that are most advanced and will see benefits spread beyond regional borders and attract investment have been prioritised to maximise public spending and deliver long-term growth.