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Culture Secretary asked about Universal proposal for Bedfordshire

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Wednesday, 24 April, 2024
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Last week in Parliament. Richard Fuller MP asked the Culture, Media and Sport Secretary, Lucy Frazer KC MP to confirm that she is working closely with the Treasury to provide a response to the proposal before the summer. Richard's question and the Secretary of State's reply can be watched at https://youtu.be/u-bF7fkhESc?si=RtQa2CHMHFs0EcQU

Richard said:

The proposed Universal Theme park is very significant for Bedfordshire businesses and employment and, representing a £10 billion investment, is a major vote of confidence in the UK.

I fully support it going ahead as long as financial and environmental conditions are met.

As part of their public engagement, Universal are conducting a survey to hear the views of local residents and you can take part by visiting https://universalukproject.co.uk/ until Friday 3 May 2024.

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