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UK and Welsh Governments Conclude Regional Growth Agreement at National Economic Council

The UK Government and Welsh Government reached a joint agreement on priority industrial and infrastructure projects at the National Economic Council ministerial summit.

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Ministers from the UK Government and the Welsh Government concluded bilateral negotiations at the National Economic Council meeting, establishing a dedicated regional growth sprint.

The accord establishes accelerated planning approval pathways for renewable energy transmission, advanced manufacturing zones and port infrastructure investments in South Wales and Anglesey.

Both administrations pledged joint oversight mechanisms to remove inter-governmental regulatory friction and channel capital to key economic transformation projects.

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    National Economic Council concludes bilateral infrastructure pact.

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