Simon Case takes leading role in plan to transform Barrow
- 10 February 2025
- GOV.UK
A new plan to transform Barrow-in-Furness has been launched, with Cabinet Secretary Simon Case taking a leading role.
The plan, which was announced today by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, sets out a vision for the town’s future, with a focus on economic growth, job creation and improved public services.
Case, who is the government’s most senior civil servant, has been appointed as the plan’s ‘delivery champion’. He will work with local leaders, businesses and residents to ensure that the plan is implemented and that its benefits are felt by the people of Barrow.
Speaking at the launch of the plan, Case said: “Barrow-in-Furness is a town with a proud history and a bright future. This plan sets out a clear vision for the town’s transformation, and I am confident that we can work together to make it a reality.”
The plan includes a number of key proposals, including:
- Investing in the town’s infrastructure, including transport, energy and digital connectivity
- Supporting the growth of local businesses, particularly in the manufacturing and tourism sectors
- Creating new jobs and training opportunities for local people
- Improving public services, including education, healthcare and social care
The plan has been welcomed by local leaders, who believe that it has the potential to transform Barrow.
Mayor of Barrow, Councillor Ann Thomson, said: “This plan is a game-changer for Barrow. It sets out a clear vision for our town’s future, and I am confident that it will help us to create a more prosperous and vibrant community.”
The plan is part of the government’s wider strategy to level up the country and ensure that all parts of the UK share in the benefits of economic growth.
Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove, said: “This plan is a major step forward in our mission to level up the country. Barrow-in-Furness has the potential to be a thriving town, and this plan will help to unlock that potential.”
The plan will now be subject to public consultation.
Simon Case takes leading role in plan to transform Barrow
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