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<p>The West Midlands Combined Authority has recently approved a grant of £98.8m towards
the City Centre South scheme. This will be a major retail, leisure and residential
development in Coventry City Centre.</p><p> </p><p>This builds on financial support
offered by the British Business Bank, the Small Business Commissioner ensuring fair
payment practices, and Local Growth Hubs offering advice and information, with Coventry
& Warwickshire Growth Hub acting as the local contact to business.</p><p> </p><p>In
addition, Government recently established a panel of experts, chaired by Sir John
Timpson, to draw on their experience and expertise to diagnose the issues currently
affecting our high streets, and advise on the best long-term approach. The panel,
in conjunction with the Ministry of Housing Communities & Local Growth, will launch
a call for evidence later this year looking at the future of our high streets.</p><p>
</p><p>Government has also launched the 2018 Great British High Street Awards, which
champion the hard work of local businesses and communities around the country who
are determined to ensure that their high streets thrive.</p>
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