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Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Infrastructure

QNR – in the Senedd at on 17 May 2017.

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Photo of Huw Irranca-Davies Huw Irranca-Davies Labour

(Translated) What assessment has the Cabinet Secretary made of the potential for improvements to the rail service on the Maesteg to Cardiff rail line?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

We are working with Network Rail to identify cost-effective options to upgrade the Maesteg branch line for additional services.

Photo of John Griffiths John Griffiths Labour

(Translated) What policy will the Welsh Government follow to support city centre businesses in Wales?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

We continue to provide the best support, infrastructure and conditions for all businesses to grow, sustain and prosper.

Photo of Lynne Neagle Lynne Neagle Labour

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary provide an update on when he expects to make a decision on the Circuit of Wales?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

Due diligence, having been delayed due to the need for clarification and additional information, will be completed in the next few weeks.

Photo of Nick Ramsay Nick Ramsay Conservative

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary provide an update on his policies for boosting economic growth in south-east Wales?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

Through investing in infrastructure, skills and improving general business conditions, we are promoting growth, tackling inequality and spreading opportunity.

Photo of Dawn Bowden Dawn Bowden Labour

(Translated) Will the Cabinet Secretary provide an update on the next stage of dualling of the A465 from Dowlais Top to Hirwaun?

Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour

Outline design development and environmental impact assessment is nearing completion for the scheme with publication of draft orders planned for July 2017. A public local inquiry, if required, is planned for February 2018, with construction programmed to begin towards the end of 2019.

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