The Cardiff Capital Region (CCR) has agreed to allocate funds to support the development of projects and ideas which can stimulate and help future-proof the economy of Bridgend following the announcement the town’s Ford engine plant is to close.
Economy
There are ‘major gaps’ in official Brexit guidance for businesses in the event of an unwanted ‘no deal’ exit on 31st October, according to the South Wales Chamber of Commerce, following an evaluation by the British Chambers of Commerce.
Senior NHS staff in Wales and England are reportedly turning down extra shifts because the additional time worked would have little impact on their take home pay due to the controversial pension Annual Allowance.
A framework which aims to deliver a coherent approach to improving public transport across the whole South East Wales region has been ratified today (Thursday 1st August) by the Cardiff Capital Region Transport Authority (RTA).
Sir Steve Webb recently appeared at a Quantum Advisory seminar at the Celtic Manor providing plenty of anecdotal insights into his time behind the scenes of David Cameron’s government and giving his thoughts on a variety of pensions issues.
Following the result of the Conservative Party leadership election, the Institute of Directors congratulates Boris Johnson on his imminent appointment as Prime Minister.
South and Mid Wales Chamber of Commerce and Institute of Directors Wales have commented on today’s decision to scrap plans for an M4 Relief Road.
A leading financial services consultancy has promoted three senior team members to partner as part of the company’s wider growth plans.
‘It’s a shame pensions were neglected to be mentioned at all in the latest budget.’
Cardiff Capital Region City Deal in collaboration with Welsh Government and Transport for Wales has identified a proposed £50 million programme of local transport schemes to support the implementation of the South Wales Metro