SAM ROWLANDS, Member of the Welsh Parliament for North Wales, joins discussions on shaping the future of Wrexham
Mr Rowlands, Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Transport and Infrastructure and Chair of the Senedd’s Cross-Party Group on Tourism recently took part in a roundtable event hosted by Wrexham Leadership Alliance at JCB on the Wrexham Industrial Estate.
He said: “I was delighted to have the opportunity to join business leaders, innovators, educators, and community partners to discuss issues that will decide the aims and objectives for Wrexham in the future.
“As most people know I am a great supporter of the city and its increasing popularity both on and off the football field.
“It continues to have global appeal and there is a great sense of vibrancy when you walk through the city centre and I am really pleased to be involved in any discussions about Wrexham’s future.
“During the event I spoke about the importance of SMEs to Wrexham and how working collaboratively between stakeholders is the key to continuing Wrexham’s legacy, cementing Wrexham’s future not just locally but nationally.
“I also took the opportunity to touch on the upcoming Senedd elections and encouraged the attendees to reach out and engage with candidates to ensure their voices are heard.”
The Wrexham Leadership Alliance is a collaboration of businesses, community, and private sector organisations within Wrexham County Borough who work together to support and promote the growth and success of businesses and communities in Wrexham.
Above all, by bringing together a formidable group of organisational leaders, Wrexham Leadership Alliance will ensure that the region’s ambitions are supported, that the voices of the people, businesses and communities are heard, that opportunity is available to all, and that Wrexham’s full potential is realised.
During the recent event attendees were split between four tables each of which had an expert to lead and guide discussions, with findings being collated and presented to the leadership alliance to aid them in deciding their future aims and objectives to shape Wrexham’s future.
Through small, dynamic focus groups they tackled the issues that matter most: from funding and investment, skills and education, entrepreneurship and talent growth, community initiatives, employment legislation, to procurement and trade opportunities. It was all designed to encourage active participation, idea-sharing, and practical solutions that will shape the future of Wrexham.
