Oral Answers to Questions

Wendy Morton Excerpts

Monday 30th October 2017 Commons Chamber

[James Morris (Halesowen and Rowley Regis) (Con)]

5. What discussions he has had with newly elected mayors on delivering economic growth.

[Wendy Morton (Aldridge-Brownhills) (Con)]

8. What discussions he has had with newly elected mayors on delivering economic growth.

[Julian Knight (Solihull) (Con)]

14. What discussions he has had with newly elected mayors on delivering economic growth.

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[Jake Berry]

As my hon. Friend is aware, Andy Street is already playing a vital role in tackling the skills gap. My hon. Friend will also be aware that we are devolving the adult education skills budget from 2019 to support all our metro Mayors as they drive forward skills in their area.

[Wendy Morton]

The Government’s devolution to city region Mayors has been a real success in the west midlands. Last month, Andy Street announced £2.1 million for the region’s creative and technology industries. Does my hon. Friend agree that devolution can bring only prosperity, jobs and a bright future to the people of my constituency and across Walsall?

[Jake Berry]

I agree with my hon. Friend that Andy Street is a prime example of how the leadership and accountability of metro Mayors drive forward our country’s economy. Only this month, he approved a bike-sharing scheme in the west midlands. Move over, Boris bikes; it is time for Street cycles.