<p>Major Energy Infrastructure Projects</p>

Part of 1. 1. Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Infrastructure – in the Senedd at 1:31 pm on 15 June 2016.

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Photo of Ken Skates Ken Skates Labour 1:31, 15 June 2016

Absolutely, and can I thank the Member for her question and her keen interest in this subject? The sort of development we’re talking about could offer lifelong careers for the young people who are joining us in the gallery today, from the Member’s constituency. We recognise the opportunity that tidal energy generation presents for the economy of Wales, and I hope to have an early meeting with Swansea bay tidal lagoon to discuss the economic aspects of the project. Now, whilst the UK Government’s independent review of tidal lagoon is under way, my officials are continuing to regularly engage with Tidal Lagoon Power and the UK Government to ensure Welsh businesses, and, specifically the local economy, gain the maximum benefit from the project.