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Written question asked by Owen Thompson (Scottish National Party) on Thursday, 4 March 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 9 March 2021 (named day). It was answered by Kemi Badenoch (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 March 2021 on behalf of the Treasury.


Regional Planning and Development: Scotland

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what consultation will be undertaken with (a) the Scottish Government and (b) local Members of the Scottish Parliament when considering applications to the Levelling Up Fund.

Answer

We look forward to engaging the Devolved Administrations on the Levelling Up Fund. MHCLG and DfT will seek advice, where appropriate, from the relevant Devolved Administrations at the shortlisting stage on projects that will be delivered in their geographical areas – including on deliverability and alignment with existing provision. Further details on the Levelling Up Fund application process are set out in the prospectus.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
163260
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Finance Scotland Regional planning and development
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk