July 2016
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This conference was a timely opportunity to discuss the Cardiff City Deal put forward by the Welsh Government and supported by the UK Government in Westminster. Delegates assessed priorities, challenges and opportunities for the economic competitiveness of the region with discussion on what projects would be funded by a City Deal to meet the aim of lifting the gross value added economic measure of the region by an additional 5%.
Councillor Phil Bale, Leader, Cardiff Council and Cabinet Member, Economic Development delivered a keynote address.
The conference brought together further senior policymakers with key stakeholder perspectives to discuss the structures underpinning the new deal, including a role for business and issues of democratic accountability, next steps following the expected signing of the City Deal at the end of the Summer, as well as the practicalities of delivering key aims of the deal, particularly the South Wales Metro.