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UK Funding Plans Exclude Northern Ireland, Focus on Wales

12/14/2025

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The UK government says the town rejuvenation scheme will not apply in Northern Ireland, as funding is locally controlled.
Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn says £45.5 million will be allocated over three years through the Local Growth Fund.
In Wales, Pride in Place Phase 2 will provide £20 million to nine local authorities, and Welsh Labour MSs say the Local Growth Fund should be managed by Wales.

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The UK government says the town rejuvenation scheme will not apply in Northern Ireland, as funding is locally controlled.
Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn says £45.5 million will be allocated over three years through the Local Growth Fund.
In Wales, Pride in Place Phase 2 will provide £20 million to nine local authorities, and Welsh Labour MSs say the Local Growth Fund should be managed by Wales.