It was great to visit EngSolve in Bridgend this week. I was pleased to update them on my work in Parliament pushing for investment in alternative renewable energy technology such as hydrogen. This will be crucial in growing our sustainable manufacturing industry.
Today, the UK Government has launched the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Wales will be the largest beneficiary, receiving £585 million over the next three years! South West Wales itself will receive an additional £138 million from the UK Government.
I attended a meeting with the Home Office to receive an update regarding Ukrainian refugees in the United Kingdom. As Ukraine continues to defend its freedom, the UK public has shown compassion and warmth in welcoming the people of Ukraine into the United Kingdom.
It was great to visit Parkdean Resort Trecco Bay and its brand-new hospitality development. The holiday park has invested £3.6 million into the development, which includes new restaurants, a covered canopy area for pop up food stands, and a next-level gaming arena.
This week, I visited PCI Pharmaceutical Services, which specialises in the storage, packaging and distribution of pharmaceutical products.
I welcome the UK Government’s new Energy Security Strategy, which seeks to secure our supplies following rising global energy prices.
An update of what I’ve been up to this week as your MP for Bridgend and Porthcawl.
If there’s anything I can do to help, please do not hesitate to get in touch at Jamie.wallis.mp@parliament.uk.
I’m delighted to announce that Bridgend Lawn Tennis Club is the regional winner, and a national finalist, for the Club of the Year Award at the national 2022 LTA Tennis Awards.
In my Seaside News column this month, I have raised the benefits of major golf tournaments would bring to our local economy. The investment in our local businesses and hospitality sector is fantastic for Bridgend and Porthcawl. We must continue to explore what opportunities exist to attract major events to our area.
Last week, I held a meeting with Tata Steel to receive an update on one of the largest employers of residents in Bridgend.
