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Argyll and Bute growth deal put on hold by UK government

A spokesperson for the UK government said it was “assessing the challenge of a £22bn in-year black hole”.

The spokesperson said: “We understand the decision creates issues for affected projects and programmes. We recognise this is challenging and are working closely with Argyll and Bute and partners. We will seek to provide clarity as soon as possible.”

Argyll and Bute Council and had committed to contribute at least £20m of matched funding. A spokesperson for the council said they would continue work to ensure the area was treated “fairly”.

The spokesperson said: “As it stands, Argyll and Bute is the only area in Scotland without a deal.

“This is despite the fact that Argyll and Bute’s rural growth deal invests in sectors that are key drivers for long-term economic benefit, locally and more widely at Scotland and UK level.

“We are obviously concerned that Argyll and Bute as it stands has not yet been afforded the support and commitment that all other rural growth deal areas have.”

The Scottish government has been approached for comment.


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