Found: Board In May 2024, Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham, and Liverpool City Region Mayor, Steve Rotheram

Found: Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) is led and chaired by directly elected Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: The Committee visited Liverpool and spoke to Steve Rotheram about the Liverpool innovation deal.

Found: The Committee visited Liverpool and spoke to Steve Rotheram about the Liverpool innovation deal.

Found: Additionally, The Liverpool City Region Mayor, Steve Rotheram, and Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham

Found: The Liverpool City Region Mayor, Steve Rotheram, and Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham, have established

Found: Mayor Steve Rotheram, who was himself a bricklayer, brings that leadership to it, with a forward view

Found: London co-investment fund, but there is also something interesting going on in Liverpool that Steve Rotheram

Found: Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (the Combined Authority) was established in 2014, and Steve Rotheram

Found: At least three Metro Mayors have endorsed the law: Andy Burnham, Steve Rotheram, and Sadiq Khan.

Found: Steve Rotheram became the City Region’s first directly elected Metro Mayor in 2017.

Found: Steve Rotheram has made major changes to Merseyrail, which has a new fleet, and he has taken the

Found: The city region and the Liverpool city region metro mayor Steve Rotheram set ambitious targets for

Found: network. 1.2 The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) was established in 2014 and Steve Rotheram

Found: I know that Steve Rotheram, for example, will have a specific set of asks, not all of which he has

Found: are particularly interested in transport—for example, Andy Burnham in Greater Manchester and Steve Rotheram

Found: If you are Steve Rotheram 10 years ago, trying to work out what is happening in Liverpool, we probably

Found: We see this in Liverpool with Steve Rotheram and I think that Andy Street touched on it as well.

Found: I am sure Steve Rotheram will be on the phone in the next five minutes.

Found: complement the work commissioners are undertaking at the Council and is to be chaired by Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: we have not had that voice, but we need to stand collectively together because Andy Burnham, Steve Rotheram

Found: I recently met Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram, the metropolitan Mayors of Greater Manchester and Liverpool

Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask His Majesty's Government how the Liverpool Strategic Futures Panel is supported by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

Answered by Baroness Scott of Bybrook - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities)

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has appointed the Mayor of Liverpool Combined Authority, Steve Rotheram, to Chair the Liverpool Strategic Futures Advisory Panel, which is supported by Baroness Judith Blake and Sir Howard Bernstein. It will work with place leaders and stakeholders from across the city region. Officials at DLUHC are providing coordination and analytical support to the Panel during its evidence collection and diagnostic phase.

Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answers by Baroness Scott of Bybrook on 25 October (HL2504 and HL2506), what update they can now provide regarding the Strategic Futures Advisory Panel.

Answered by Baroness Scott of Bybrook - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities)

On 18 August 2022 the Liverpool Strategic Futures Panel was announced. The independent Panel will work alongside Liverpool City Council. The Panel will craft a plan for the future of Liverpool and the wider city region with a particular focus driving growth in skills, jobs and opportunities, that stretches beyond the current temporary intervention. Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram was invited to work with Baroness Blake of Leeds and Sir Howard Bernstein to agree a Terms of Reference and membership for the Panel. We are working closely with Mayor Rotheram's team and will make an announcement in due course to confirm details of its first meeting including how the Panel will operate, and how elected members from Liverpool City Council engage with the Panel and its work.

Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the Liverpool Strategic Futures Panel has met yet.

Answered by Baroness Scott of Bybrook - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities)

On 18 August 2022 the Liverpool Strategic Futures Panel was announced. The independent Panel will work alongside Liverpool City Council. The Panel will craft a plan for the future of Liverpool and the wider city region with a particular focus driving growth in skills, jobs and opportunities, that stretches beyond the current temporary intervention. Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram was invited to work with Baroness Blake of Leeds and Sir Howard Bernstein to agree a Terms of Reference and membership for the Panel. We are working closely with Mayor Rotheram's team and will make an announcement in due course to confirm details of its first meeting including how the Panel will operate, and how elected members from Liverpool City Council engage with the Panel and its work.

Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask His Majesty's Government how local elected councillors engage with the Strategic Futures Advisory Panel of Liverpool City Council; whether meetings are open for attendance by elected councillors; and whether the minutes of meetings are publicly available.

Answered by Baroness Scott of Bybrook - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities)

On 18 August the Liverpool Strategic Futures Panel was announced. The independent Panel will work alongside Liverpool City Council and their Government appointed Commissioners. The intention of the Panel is to craft a plan for the future with a particular focus driving growth in skills, jobs and opportunities, that stretches beyond the current temporary intervention. Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram was invited to meet with Baroness Blake of Leeds and Sir Howard Bernstein to agree a Terms of Reference and membership for the Panel. We are working closely with Mayor Rotheram's team and will make an announcement in due course to confirm appointments, a Terms of Reference, any remuneration of Panel members and how the Panel will operate, including how elected members from Liverpool City Council engage with the Panel and its work.

Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask His Majesty's Government what is the full membership of the Strategic Futures Advisory Panel of Liverpool City Council; how those members were appointed; and whether those members receive a salary.

Answered by Baroness Scott of Bybrook - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities)

On 18 August the Liverpool Strategic Futures Panel was announced. The independent Panel will work alongside Liverpool City Council and their Government appointed Commissioners. The intention of the Panel is to craft a plan for the future with a particular focus driving growth in skills, jobs and opportunities, that stretches beyond the current temporary intervention. Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram was invited to meet with Baroness Blake of Leeds and Sir Howard Bernstein to agree a Terms of Reference and membership for the Panel. We are working closely with Mayor Rotheram's team and will make an announcement in due course to confirm appointments, a Terms of Reference, any remuneration of Panel members and how the Panel will operate, including how elected members from Liverpool City Council engage with the Panel and its work.

Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask His Majesty's Government what are the terms of reference of the Strategic Futures Advisory Panel of Liverpool City Council.

Answered by Baroness Scott of Bybrook - Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities)

On 18 August the Liverpool Strategic Futures Panel was announced. The independent Panel will work alongside Liverpool City Council and their Government appointed Commissioners. The intention of the Panel is to craft a plan for the future with a particular focus driving growth in skills, jobs and opportunities, that stretches beyond the current temporary intervention. Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram was invited to meet with Baroness Blake of Leeds and Sir Howard Bernstein to agree a Terms of Reference and membership for the Panel. We are working closely with Mayor Rotheram's team and will make an announcement in due course to confirm appointments, a Terms of Reference, any remuneration of Panel members and how the Panel will operate, including how elected members from Liverpool City Council engage with the Panel and its work.

Found: Johnson Labour 2025 Greater Manchester Andy Burnham Labour 2024 Liverpool City Region Steve Rotheram

This builds on collaborative strengths in other regions, such as our partnership with the #LiverpoolCityRegion & Action Plan Launch Event, launched together with Steve Rotheram, Metro Mayor of the LCR last November. @MetroMayorSteve @LpoolCityRegion #P4A_OYO #PlaceAndLevellingUp https://t.co/Kyx6EOG76H

Indro Mukerjee, CEO @innovateuk & Steve Rotheram @MetroMayorSteve welcome the opportunity to observe a student demonstration from @COLCollege These Level 2 Health & Social Care students are training to become healthcare professionals through an innovative 4G #immersive classroom https://t.co/pJRoibGcwk

Having met with Mayor Joanne Anderson & City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram I am establishing a Strategic Futures Panel to guide Liverpool City Council out of its current difficulties and to a more confident future. I set out my intentions below ⬇️ https://t.co/2kHbiHO15C

Found: Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, Steve Rotheram, said:  Digital inclusion is not just about providing

Found: Mayor of the Liverpool City Region Steve Rotheram said: Devolution is already making a huge difference

Found: forward the recommendations from the Liverpool Strategic Futures Advisory Panel, chaired by Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: framework, beyond meeting the initial eligibility criteria, there are conditions to this offer: Steve Rotheram

Found: Applies to England Documents Secretary of State letter to Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: means more money and a bigger capacity to make a difference for Tracy Brabin, Oliver Coppard and Steve Rotheram

Found: former members of the House who have also given important support to the families, including Steve Rotheram

Found: transport network thanks to an agreement signed by Transport Secretary Mark Harper and Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: Leeds CBE are experienced and well respected local government leaders who, together with Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: Commissioner Government to set up Liverpool Strategic Futures Advisory Panel chaired by metro Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: complement the work commissioners are undertaking at the Council and be chaired by Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: Communities Minister for Intergovernmental Relations 2 Marsham Street London SW1P 4DF Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: will complement the work you are undertaking at the Council and is to be chaired by Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: Mayor Steve Rotheram Liverpool City Region Combined Authority 1 Mann Island Liverpool L3 1BP 29

Found: Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, said: Britain is under new management and now we

Found: Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, said: This is really exciting news which marks a

Found: During his visit to Southport the prime minister took part in a meeting with Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: Tribunal member and as Chair of HealthWatch Liverpool until 2023 In 2017 Lynn was appointed by Steve Rotheram

Found: In their book Head North, published in March 2024, Andy Burham and Steve Rotheram, respectively the

Found: Mayor of Liverpool City Region, Steve Rotheram (Lab) Steve Rotheram served as a Liverpool City Councillor

Found: Development Board (FISGAD)Economy2024-08-13 00:00:00MeetingAndy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, & Steve Rotheram

Found: As you know, Mr Burnham’s office has requested if Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the Liverpool City Region

Found: First Minister meeting with Andy Burnham Thanks [Redacted] I can confirm FM is content for Steve Rotheram

Found: event – yet to be announced - will include: Jess Philips, Caroline Lucas, Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram

Found: The campaign is being supported by Iain Byrne MP, Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester Mayor and Steve Rotheram

Found: 07-08 00:00:00 Cyfarfod/Meeting Welsh Water 2021-07-08 00:00:00 Cyfarfod/Meeting Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram

Found: welcomed the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, the Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, Steve Rotheram

Found: welcome the Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, the Mayor of the Liverpool City Region Steve Rotheram

<p>Can I thank you for your question? It's a superb question because the work that's required at Padeswood is actually the first element of the Wrexham to Liverpool upgrade programme, and we are hopeful that we will be able to see actual physical work under way in the next couple of years at that particular site, which, as you say, will then enable us to increase frequency quite substantially on the line as we move towards four trains per hour. And Steve Rotheram, the metro mayor for Liverpool, is an incredible supporter of the project. He has offered to support our call for funding through the comprehensive spending review. He's a keen Liverpool FC fan; as an Evertonian I'll forgive him that, because he is an outstanding—an outstanding—ally of ours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>I&nbsp;believe we're now calling it the Wrexham to Liverpool line rather than the Wrexham to Bidston. Feedback is that the extra timetabling of three journeys per hour is really welcome, and I'd just like to ask you—there were issues with freight on the line at Padeswood, so, as part of the upcoming spending review, we're hoping to get that freight off so we can increase passenger journeys up to that four journeys per hour. And also, again, what conversations are you having with Steve Rotheram, the mayor of Liverpool, so you can do a combined effort to get money in that spending review for that Liverpool to Wrexham line? Thank you.</p>

<p>I think it's a good start. It's a good start. And one thing I would say about this action plan is that it's a live document, it's a working document, and we will come back to it and relook at it as we have to and as we need to. The other thing we'll do is we'll hold ourselves to account. So, we have started. Innovate UK, we've gone into a number of action plans with different parts of the country against the levelling-up agenda. And if you have seen recent social media, we've gone back, for example, with Liverpool city region, one year on, with Mayor Steve Rotheram, to talk about what we've achieved and what we're planning to do in the year ahead, and we will do exactly the same here in Wales. So, one year on from Wales Tech Week, we'll come back, we'll talk to the community about what we have done, what we've achieved against that plan, and we'll set out ambitions for the years ahead. So, this is live; we keep this live.</p>

<p>I mentioned that Transport for Wales has now introduced these new trains. They did have to temporarily withdraw a number of trains for urgent repairs. That had a severe impact on services and, unfortunately, services on the Wrexham to Bidston line were cancelled with, as you say, replacement buses put in place. But I think they have now fully restored the hourly service on the Wrexham to Bidston&nbsp;line. I think, as a Government, also, we're very keen to work across to the north-west of England. Transport for Wales, I know, engage regularly with the Liverpool city region; I myself am meeting with the mayor next week, Steve Rotheram, to see how there can be more improved links between our two areas, and obviously work very closely with Merseyrail as well to make sure that improvements for passengers are there on the Wrexham to Bidston&nbsp;line.</p>

<p>Urgent action is needed to ensure that no community, no business and no household is left behind to prevent inequality. A Women's Institute survey found that over 50 per cent of respondents from a rural area did not feel that their internet was fast and reliable, and 66 per cent stated that they or their household had been impacted by poor broadband. They had difficulties in obtaining information, contacting providers and knowing what funding is available. So, we need to make every contact count, perhaps adding it to the cost-of-living grant support available.</p>
<p>Service providers need to play their role and commit to improving communication with their customers about the services available, accessing social tariffs. Going forward, for broadband infrastructure to be cost effective, it will need to be designed comprehensively, with long-term benefits in mind that serve everyone, including those in rural areas. In Liverpool, a joint venture project has been championed by Liverpool city metro mayor, Steve Rotheram. This partnership means that public investment gives the authority a stake in the organisation, and in turn, rather than profitability being the only concern, social benefit is also at the heart of the broadband project. And the public can continue to reap the benefits for years to come.&nbsp;Such a joint venture project would be in the interests of the Welsh public. So, it would be good if officials and Ministers would be willing to investigate such an option to dynamically drive forward digital connectivity in north Wales and the rest of Wales, which is currently happening on a very piecemeal, very slow, basis.</p>
<p>Given the various statements in the report on digital connectivity stressing that the solutions required to bridge the digital divide between rural and urban areas require a mix of fixed and fibre wireless access, it’s pleasing that the Welsh Government has had the foresight to support the Bangor University digital signal processing initiative to provide such a hybrid solution on Anglesey, and I hope that this will be successfully rolled out. A member of the consortium was told by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport—the UK Government department—that it would be another two years before north Wales would see any investment, as other areas were a priority for the UK Government’s £5 billion infrastructure fund. So, we need to keep pushing for it to happen now, and for it to happen in Wales, and not make it a low priority for the UK Government.</p>
<p>Could the Minister please reinforce the Government’s desire to push the initiative forward in Anglesey to the delivery phase as soon as possible? It reflects the most up-to-date thinking in terms of the solutions required to provide digital connectivity and services to the most challenging rural locations, so that it could be rolled out across Wales—north and mid Wales.</p>
<p>In addition, can we ensure that we utilise to the maximum any existing fibre and mass platforms to minimise the cost of deployment, and so avoiding the unnecessary risk of funding duplicate infrastructure, with the aim of providing an open access network platform for any carrier to provide services to our rural communities? I’m told that there is dark fibre openly available that is Welsh Government owned and was installed with European funding a while ago, and that not all providers are using or promoting this—or may be aware of it, preferring to draw down more public funding to install their network. That needs investigating.</p>
<p>With more reliance on online communication for health, employment, business grants and education, we need more decent broadband connectivity for people. And I agree that it should be recognised as an essential service. Thank you.</p>

<p>Well, Llywydd, I agree with Ken Skates that HyNet represents a major opportunity for the economy of north-east Wales, working with our partners in the north-west of England. Earlier in the autumn, I was able to discuss the development of HyNet with the metro mayor of Liverpool, Steve Rotheram. In an ecumenical sense of answering this question, I shall recognise the investment of the UK Government in HyNet. And it is an example of where we have been able to work with UK Government Ministers to play our part alongside them and elected representatives in the north-west of England to bring that project to fruition. I'm very grateful for the contribution that Flintshire County Council, in particular, alongside the North Wales Economic Ambition Board, have made. The ambition to have a key site for hydrogen generation and storage at the Deeside Industrial Park is one of the reasons why we have that investment, which reaches across that economy that combines north-east Wales and the north-west of England. And working together will offer us the best opportunity to do what Ken Skates said, Llywydd, and that is to accelerate our ability to maximise those opportunities.</p>

<p>First Minister, the HyNet North West programme has the potential to radically change the way that we fuel our transport and business needs across the north-west of England and, of course, north Wales. The programme is being championed by the metro mayor of Liverpool city region, Steve Rotheram, and it's supported by Wrexham and Flintshire councils, as well as the north Wales business council.&nbsp;Would you join me in calling on the UK Government to accelerate delivery of HyNet in order to move transport and industry towards our carbon zero targets?</p>