A NORTH Yorkshire MP has welcomed a £4,680,000 government investment to boost to the region.
Julian Smith, MP for Skipton and Ripon, has been campaigning for funding from the Growth Deal and is delighted that the money has been awarded to his constituency.
He said: “I welcome the Government’s continued commitment to the North Powerhouse - this strategy will ensure we are backing business in Skipton and Ripon, delivering jobs, providing more homes and giving our children the skills they need to succeed.”
The York, North Yorkshire and East Riding Growth Deal is focused on attracting investment, delivering more and better jobs, higher productivity, and more homes.
This new round of funding for Skipton will lead to the creation of a new link road.
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