Regeneration Schemes in South Wales West

Part of 1. Questions to the First Minister – in the Senedd at 1:51 pm on 15 May 2018.

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Photo of David Lloyd David Lloyd Plaid Cymru 1:51, 15 May 2018

Thank you for that answer, First Minister. Now, obviously, the Swansea bay city deal is vital in seeking to develop jobs in south-west Wales, yet 12 months on from the city deal agreement by the UK Government, and despite the agreement by Welsh Government that local authorities can retain 50 per cent of any business rates uplift, there are still concerns around finances and governance, most notably from Neath Port Talbot council. So, what is the Welsh Government therefore doing to tackle those concerns, and how confident are you that a joint-working agreement can be finalised and agreed by the local authorities in the near future?