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AGREED:- i) That the report of North Wales Economic Ambition Board be provisionally scheduled for the September meeting. ii) That a work planning session be held by the Committee, at a time following the Annual Meeting of Council.
AGREED:- i) That relevant Key Performance Indicators be developed to allow for the understanding of lived experience and measurement of economic growth in Wrexham, to then allow for actions to be taken to address any issues identified. ii) That inclusion and infrastructure are areas that should be further developed in the draft strategy. iii) That the City of Culture bid Board be asked to consider the establishment of a Wrexham Culture membership. iv) That the tables included in the report be agreed for inclusion in the draft strategy, subject to the above changes.
Apologies for absence were submitted on behalf of Councillors Beryl Blackmore, Andy Gallanders, Jon Jolley, Paul Rogers, Andy Williams and Kate Wilkinson.
AGREED: That the minutes held on 5 March 2025 be signed as a correct record.
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AGREED:- i) That the report of North Wales Economic Ambition Board be provisionally scheduled for the September meeting. ii) That a work planning session be held by the Committee, at a time following the Annual Meeting of Council.
The Chief Officer for Governance and Customer submitted a report (COGC/27/25) asking Members to consider the revised work programme of the Employment, Business and Investment Scrutiny Committee attached at Appendix 1. The Scrutiny Facilitator introduced the report, highlighting key updates, particularly the changes made during the March committee meeting. It was noted that the current focus of the work programme includes discussions on economic strategies. The following was discussed: · Members provisionally agreed to include the North Wales Economic Ambition Board report in the September meeting agenda, pending confirmation of dates. · The Chair proposed arranging a work programme planning session, potentially in the form of a workshop, following the Council’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). This session would enable the committee to develop a forward plan while considering potential changes in committee membership. AGREED:- i) That the report of North Wales Economic Ambition Board be provisionally scheduled for the September meeting. ii) That a work planning session be held by the Committee, at a time following the Annual Meeting of Council.
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AGREED:- i) That relevant Key Performance Indicators be developed to allow for the understanding of lived experience and measurement of economic growth in Wrexham, to then allow for actions to be taken to address any issues identified. ii) That inclusion and infrastructure are areas that should be further developed in the draft strategy. iii) That the City of Culture bid Board be asked to consider the establishment of a Wrexham Culture membership. iv) That the tables included in the report be agreed for inclusion in the draft strategy, subject to the above changes.
The Chief Officer for Economy and Planning submitted a report (COEP/25/25) that set out an initial approach for the drafting the new Council’s Economic Prosperity Strategy, which would cover the period 2025-2028. The Lead Member for Economy, Business, and Tourism introduced the report, whilst the Strategy & Development Lead for Economy & Planning and the City Centre, Arts, Events, and Cultural Lead delivered a comprehensive presentation covering the key aspects of the strategy. Key topics addressed in the presentation: · Economic Prosperity Strategy 2025-2028: Alignment with the Council Plan, strategic priorities, and priority outcomes. · Initiatives and Objectives: Measures to enhance economic growth through structured plans, collaboration, and clear goals. · Cultural Integration: Incorporation of arts, events, and tourism into economic strategies. · Strategic Tables: Detailed frameworks to guide scrutiny committees in monitoring progress. The following points were highlighted during the detailed debate: · Members emphasised the need for long-term financial strategies to support non-statutory areas like arts and culture, reducing reliance on short-term funding. · Efforts included a 10-year legacy plan linked to the 2029 UK City of Culture bid, with ongoing collaboration with UK and Welsh Governments for sustained cultural regeneration and funding. · Mechanisms were noted to ensure effective collaboration between regeneration and city centre teams, avoiding duplication and optimizing resource allocation. · Regular communication with external initiatives, such as the BID and the Town's Fund, was highlighted to ensure alignment of aims and delivery of mutual benefits. · The importance of securing external funding, was emphasised. · Members acknowledged challenges posed by the reliance on external funding and stressed the need for adaptability in responding to funding changes and requirments. · A focus on enhancing Wrexham’s tourism appeal was evident, with efforts to promote local attractions and cultural landmarks, together with smaller businesses. · Members commended initiatives to improve visitor information provision, via interactive boards, brochures, maps, and online resources. · Collaborations with Visit Wales and Visit Britain were highlighted as efforts to showcase Wrexham’s assets internationally. · Members stressed the importance of inclusive growth, engaging disconnected city centre residents and outlying communities. · Inclusion and infrastructure were identified as areas that should be further developed in the draft strategy to enhance equitable opportunities for all. · The aims of several initiatives were to address local concerns and integrate them into broader economic and cultural strategies. · Inclusion assessments and partnerships with private and community-led promotion channels were noted as key to ensuring equal opportunities across all communities. · Members advocated for stronger partnerships with organisations like the National Trust and Stiwt Theatre to drive cultural regeneration. · Plans to support cultural activities beyond council-owned assets were highlighted, contributing to the City of Culture 2029 bid and fostering a lasting cultural legacy. · Members outlined the need for long-term infrastructure improvements to support Wrexham’s growth as a new city. Key priorities included enhancing transport, integrating public transport franchising opportunities, and aligning major projects with the economic prosperity strategy. · Members called for meaningful and robust Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track the strategy's implementation and performance. · Emphasis was placed on moving beyond simple outputs to ensure indicators reflected real economic and cultural growth. · Relevant KPIs will be developed to understand lived experiences and measure economic growth, enabling actions to address identified issues. · Rising accommodation demand during events like Eisteddfod and City of Culture was discussed. Planned developments to address this included hotels, glamping sites, and a comprehensive accommodation directory to cater to diverse visitor needs and to support an expanding event schedule. · Inclusion remained central to discussions, with efforts to engage communities less involved in cultural activities and to ensure cultural participation benefits all. Initiatives included the introduction of inclusion champions and annual arts memberships. · Members highlighted the importance of aligning the Economic Prosperity Strategy with the City of Culture 2029 bid. · Collaborative efforts across departments and with external stakeholders were seen as vital for fostering cohesive long-term growth in both cultural and economic spheres. · Members stressed the need to position Wrexham as a borough-wide destination rather than just a city centre hub, ensuring broader appeal and encouraging local communities to engage with the city’s cultural and economic offerings. AGREED:- i) That relevant Key Performance Indicators be developed to allow for the understanding of lived experience and measurement of economic growth in Wrexham, to then allow for actions to be taken to address any issues identified. ii) That inclusion and infrastructure are areas that should be further developed in the draft strategy. iii) That the City of Culture bid Board be asked to consider the establishment of a Wrexham Culture membership. iv) That the tables included in the report be agreed for inclusion in the draft strategy, subject to the above changes.
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