Commenting on the Welsh Government’s announcement not to back the Circuit of Wales, Liz Maher, president of the South and Mid Wales Chambers of Commerce, said:
“While this will be disappointing news for Ebbw Vale, we must recognise the difficult situation that the Welsh Government is in.
“Going forward, we need a strategic approach to development in the Cardiff Capital Region, particularly focussing on how the Valleys can attract and benefit from investment.
“Communities in the South Wales Valleys have great potential to bring forward home grown businesses and attract investment, but they need the right business environment to flourish.
“The Welsh Government needs to press on with the Metro and other transport improvements and ensure that businesses in the Valleys can access the skills and support they need.”