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Statement from the Cabinet Minister for Finance

In response to the UK Government’s Budget, the Cabinet Minister for Finance Elin Jones said:

Wales' cycling tourism gets a Grand Départ with £4.5m investment

Wales' cycling tourism gets a Grand Départ with £4.5m investment

  • £4.5 million investment to boost cycling tourism across Wales ahead of the Tour de France Grand Départ 2027, helping attract visitors, support local businesses and create a lasting cycling legacy
  • 54 projects awarded a share of £3.19 million, funding improvements from cycling hubs and bike hire facilities to improved trails and e-bike charging
  • £1.3 million Croeso i Feicwyr: Business Ready Fund will help businesses and community organisations become more cycle-friendly