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Guest post: ‘Western Powerhouse’ success will rely on research, innovation and training

Posted by: Dr Sarah Perkins, Posted on: 26 January 2018 - Categories: Innovation, Severn Crossings

Dr Sarah Perkins, GW4 Director outlines how universities will be vital in driving forward the success of future cross-border collaboration.

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Guest post: Cross border collaboration is one of Airbus' greatest strengths

Posted by: Katherine Bennett OBE, Posted on: 25 January 2018 - Categories: Innovation, Severn Crossings, Trade

Katherine Bennett OBE is a Senior Vice President of Airbus which has operations in Bristol, Newport and Broughton. She leads the company's external engagement and strategy in the UK.

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Guest post: Let's set the agenda for greater co-operation on both sides of the Severn

Posted by: Prof. Dylan Jones-Evans OBE, Posted on: 24 January 2018 - Categories: Severn Crossings, Trade

Professor Dylan Jones-Evans OBE is Assistant Pro Vice-Chancellor with responsibility for enterprise at the University of South Wales and chair in entrepreneurship.

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The end of the Severn Crossing tolls is a once in a generation opportunity

Posted by: James Durie, Posted on: 18 January 2018 - Categories: Trade
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There was a lot of positive reaction from businesses and commuters on both sides of the border when it was announced that the tolls on the two Severn Crossings were finally coming to an end, and in particular from those based in South Wales.

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The Severn Crossings by numbers

Posted by: Lynette Bowley, Posted on: 18 January 2018 - Categories: Severn Crossings
The Second Severn Crossing, Bristol. Long shot of suspension bridge alongside vehicle.

At the end of 2018, the UK government will abolish tolls on the Severn Crossings creating the most natural economic growth corridor spanning Cardiff through Newport to Bristol. Here are some facts and figures about the iconic landmarks.

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My ambition for cross border growth in Wales

Posted by: Rt. Hon Alun Cairns MP, Posted on: 18 January 2018 - Categories: Visits and events
Secretary of State for Wales

At the end of this year, the UK government will deliver on its promise to abolish the tolls on the Severn Crossings and deliver the biggest economic stimulus Wales has seen in decades.

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