INDEX 1. SECTOR PANELS

2. SECTOR RELATED

3. ENTERPRISE ZONES

4. SPATIAL ECONOMIC GROUPS

5. BUSINESS SUPPORT RELATED

6. TARGETTED POLICY OR DELIVERY AREAS 7. REPORTS / WORK RECENTLY COMPLETED

SECTION 1 – SECTOR PANELS

Wales Tourism Advisory Board

Remit

To provide the Welsh Government with direct expert advice ensuring that the views and priorities of the industry help inform policy development. The ensure that tourism policy and activities support the growth of the tourism sector as set out in the tourism strategy Partnership for Growth 2013-2020 and its contribution to the Welsh economy and job creation.

Membership http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/tourism-sector/tourism-advisory-board/?lang=en

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/tourism-sector/tourism-sector-end-of-year-report-2013/?lang=en

Influence of Work

Expert sector advice being provided to inform Welsh Government policy and delivery.

Any Proposed Changes None at present.

Energy & Environment Sector Panel

Remit

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/energy-and-environment-sector/key-priorities/?lang=en

Membership

New sector panels members recently appointed. http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/energy-and-environment-sector/energy-env-sector-panel/?lang=en

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/energy-and-environment-sector/energysummaryadvice/?lang=en

Influence of Work Expert sector advice being provided to inform Welsh Government policy and delivery.

Any Proposed Changes None at present.

Life Sciences Sector Panel

Remit

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/life-sciences-sector/?lang=en

Membership http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/life-sciences-sector/life-sciences-sector-panel/?lang=en

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/life-sciences-sector/?lang=en

Influence of Work See link above for this information.

Any Proposed Changes Membership updated – see membership link above for this information.

ICT Sector Panel

Remit

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/information-and-communication-technology-ict-sector/?lang=en

Membership

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/information-and-communication-technology-ict-sector/ict-sector-panel/?lang=en

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/information-and-communication-technology-ict-sector/ictsummaryadvice/?lang=en http://justask.wales.com/sectors/ict http://justask.wales.com/downloads (Deloitte Wales Guide)

Influence of Work Panel has provided advice on how best to grow the digital economy in Wales.

Any Proposed Changes Panel continuing appointment process for new members being undertaken.

Finance & Professional Services Sector Panel

Remit

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/financial-and-professional-services-sector/key-priorities/?lang=en

Membership

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/financial-and-professional-services-sector/fps-sector-panel/?lang=en

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/financial-and-professional-services-sector/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/financial-and-professional-services-sector/8217030/?lang=en

Influence of Work Expert sector advice being provided to inform Welsh Government policy and delivery.

Any Proposed Changes Chair remaining with new panel being established.

Construction Sector Advisory Panel

Remit

To advise the Welsh Government as it establishes short, medium and long term measures for the sector. http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/construction-sector/?lang=en

Membership

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/construction-sector/construction-sector-panel/?lang=en

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/construction-sector/8215315/?lang=en

Influence of Work

Expert sector advice being provided to inform Welsh Government policy and delivery.

Any Proposed Changes Changes proposed from October 2014.

Creative Industries Sector Panel

Remit To give advice to Welsh Ministers on the creative industries sector in Wales.

Membership

Following completion of the original Sector Panel’s three year term in 2013, Chair will serve for a further 18 months and further panel membership is yet to be confirmed.

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/creative-industries-sector/?lang=en

Influence of Work Expert sector advice being provided to inform Welsh Government policy and delivery.

Any Proposed Changes None at present.

Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Sector Panel

Remit

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/advanced-materials-and-manufacturing-sector/key-priorities/?lang=en

Membership

Gareth Jenkins (Chair), Keith Baker (pure Wafer Ltd), Dr. Phil Clements (Tata Steel), Dr. Frank O’ Connor (Eco Design Centre), Deep Sagar (Consultant), Roger Evans (Schaeffler Europe)

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/advanced-materials-and-manufacturing-sector/?lang=en

Influence of Work

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/sector/advanced-materials-and-manufacturing-sector/sector-overview/?lang=en

Any Proposed Changes

Sector panel has now been disbanded and Industry Wales will take forward the work of the sector panel.

SECTION 2 – SECTOR RELATED

Industry Wales

Remit http://www.industrywales.com/

Membership http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/businessandeconomy/2014/8776414/?lang=en

Published Documents None at present.

Influence of Work

Recently taken on responsibilities of the AM&M Advisory Panel. It continues to provide a forum for manufacturing and technological businesses.

Any Proposed Changes The Board Structure was recently expanded and a new CEO will be appointed shortly.

Low Carbon Vehicles Group

Remit http://wales.gov.uk/about/cabinet/cabinetstatements/2013/lowcarbonvehicles/?lang=en

Membership

Welsh Government, Welsh Automotive Forum, Cardiff Business School, British Gas, Energy Saving Trust, ITM Power, Western Power Distribution, University of South Wales, Truck Gas Alliance, Scottish & Southern Energy, Toyota

Published Documents None at present

Influence of Work See link above for this information.

Any Proposed Changes None planned at present.

Life Sciences Hub Task & Finish Group

Remit

http://business.wales.gov.uk/lifescienceshubwales http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/businessandeconomy/2013/7215284/?lang=en

Membership http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/businessandeconomy/2014/140623lshub/?lang=en

Published Documents N/A

Influence of Work See link above for this information.

Any Proposed Changes N/A

ESTnet for Wales

Remit http://www.estnet.uk.net/about-the-estnet/

Membership http://www.estnet.uk.net/about-the-estnet/the-estnet-board/

Published Documents http://www.estnet.uk.net/news/estnet-members-predict-growth-in-jobs,-sales-and-investment-for-2014/

Influence of Work

To raise the profile and performance of the technology industry and to generate confidence in its resilience, innovativeness and competitiveness. Supporting the work of the ICT Sector Strategy providing a voice for the industry, professional services for its members and opportunities to collaborate on research and innovation with the academic sector.

Any Proposed Changes

Industry Wales created which collates the automotive, aerospace and ESTnet fora under one umbrella. Chair of ESTnet, sits on the Board of Industry Wales.

Broadcasting Advisory Panel

Remit

http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/firstminister/2012/6587244/?lang=en

Membership See link above for this information.

Published Documents None at present.

Influence of Work

Provides advice on maximising the impact of broadcasting in Wales. Also advises on UK-wide consultations (e.g. from Ofcom, DCMS).

Any Proposed Changes None at present.

Media Investment Panel

Remit

To consider Media investment proposals and make recommendations on funding to the Minister for Economy, Science and Transport; to provide specific expertise in making and recouping investments and identifying viable Intellectual Property for commercialisation and distribution; and to advise on establishing processes for the administration of the media investment budget.

Membership

Peter McInerney, Partner at Sheridans – Chair Full panel being established.

Published Documents None at present

Influence of Work Consideration of commercial projects.

Any Proposed Changes None at present

SECTION 3 – ENTERPRISE ZONES

Enterprise Zones

Remit

http://enterprisezones.wales.gov.uk/ http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/help/enterprisezones/?lang=en

Membership

Anglesey: http://business.wales.gov.uk/enterprisezones/enterprise-zone-locations/anglesey/about-anglesey-enterprise-zone/how-we-operate Central Cardiff: http://business.wales.gov.uk/enterprisezones/enterprise-zone-locations/central-cardiff/about-central-cardiff-zone/how-we-operate Deeside: http://business.wales.gov.uk/enterprisezones/enterprise-zone-locations/deeside/about-deeside-zone/how-we-operate Ebbw Vale: http://business.wales.gov.uk/enterprisezones/enterprise-zone-locations/ebbw-vale/about-ebbw-vale-zone/how-we-operate Haven Waterway: http://business.wales.gov.uk/enterprisezones/enterprise-zone-locations/haven-waterway/about-haven-waterway-zone/how-we-operate Snowdonia: http://business.wales.gov.uk/enterprisezones/enterprise-zone-locations/snowdonia/about-snowdonia-zone/how-we-operate St Athan-Cardiff Airport: http://business.wales.gov.uk/enterprisezones/enterprise-zone-locations/st-athan-cardiff-airport/about-st-athan-cardiff-airport-zone/how-we-operate

Published Documents

http://business.wales.gov.uk/enterprisezones/

Influence of Work

The knowledge and expertise has played a key role in setting the strategic priorities of each Enterprise Zone. The Boards are currently providing advice on implementation and delivery in each Zone.

Any Proposed Changes

Towards the end of appointment the Enterprise Zone Boards will be reviewed.

SECTION 4 – SPATIAL ECONOMIC GROUPS

Cardiff Capital Region Board (formerly South East Wales City Region Board) and Swansea Bay City Region Board

Remit http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/city-regions/city-region-boards/?lang=en

Membership See link above for this information.

Published Documents

The Boards are building upon the work undertaken by the City Regions Task and Finish Group which reported in 2012. http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/city-regions/city-region-boards/?lang=en http://www.swanseabaycityregion.com/en/index.htm

Influence of Work

Both Boards are bringing together business, local government, education and other stakeholders in advising on the strategic direction and key priorities in each Region.

Any Proposed Changes

The role and function of both Boards will be reviewed toward the end of their current 18 month period of appointment.

ReNewport Task Force

Remit

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/newport-regeneration/?lang=en

Membership

Simon Gibson – Chair - Wesley Clover Sian Wilton. Regional Director Wales and SW – Boots. Julie Lydon VC UoSW Mark Barry – independent transport consultant. Ian Edwards. CEO Celtic Manor Hotel Simon Powell. CEO EYSYS Ltd. Ben Milsom. Alacrity graduate. David Warrender. DD Digital Wales & ICT

Published Documents

See above link for this information. www.renewport.co.uk

Influence of Work

A private-sector led project to explore the business development potential of Newport City Centre, with a particular focus on business and also the role of housing in the city centre as a means of regeneration.

Any Proposed Changes None at present

Llandrindod Wells Business Led Group

Remit

In response to one of the key recommendations of the Powys Local Growth Zones work, the Minister agreed to pilot a business-led approach in Llandrindod Wells. The Business Group, chaired by Justin Baird-Murray, was tasked with taking forward the development of an action plan to address the economic sustainability of the town, identifying actions that could help deliver jobs and growth to the town of Llandrindod Wells.

Membership

Justin Baird-Murray - Chair of the Llandrindod Wells Business Group and Owner of the Metropole Hotel, Llandrindod Wells Andrew Davies Sue Green Michael Gough Lloyd Jones Iain McNair

Published Documents http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/plgzones/plan/?lang=en

Influence of Work

An action plan has been informed by discussions with a wide range of businesses, individuals and stakeholders within the town.

Any Proposed Changes Action completed by group and actions to deliver against the recommendations now underway.

SECTION 5 – BUSINESS SUPPORT RELATED

Business Support & Finance Review

Remit

http://wales.gov.uk/about/cabinet/cabinetstatements/2014/financesmes/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/businessandeconomy/2014/8583137/?lang=en

Membership

Robert Lloyd Griffiths Chair of the Business Wales Strategic Board.

Published Documents None as yet, the work is currently being conducted.

Influence of Work

A review to consider how the Welsh Government’s non-financial support can best align and support the financial support that is available for businesses in Wales with a view to maximising the economic impact of both.

Any Proposed Changes None at present.

Business Wales Strategic Board

Remit http://wales.gov.uk/about/cabinet/cabinetstatements/2013/businesswalesstrategicboard/?lang=en

Membership See link above for this information.

Published Documents http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/help/120118microbusinessrpt/?lang=en

Influence of Work

The purpose of the Strategic Board is to strategically monitor, evaluate and suggest improvements to the Business Wales One Stop Shop service. http://business.wales.gov.uk/

Any Proposed Changes None at present.

Entrepreneurship Panel

Remit http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/businessandeconomy/2014/8336166/?lang=en

Membership See link above for this information.

Published Documents None at present.

Influence of Work

Providing the Welsh Government with strategic guidance and expertise on the development and delivery of the entrepreneurship agenda in Wales.

Any Proposed Changes None at present.

SECTION 6 – TARGETTED POLICY OR DEVELOPMENT AREA

Murco Task and Finish Group

Remit

http://wales.gov.uk/newsroom/businessandeconomy/2014/140410mtf/?lang=en

Membership See link above for this information.

Published Documents None at present.

Influence of Work

Influence to support Murco Petroleum Ltd in high level discussions to secure the long term viability of the Murco refinery.

Any Proposed Changes N/A - ongoing commercial discussions are progressing over the future of the site.

Development Bank for Wales Task and Finish Group

Remit

Welsh Government | Written Statement - Update on the Review of the Availability of Funding for SMEs

Membership

Professor Dylan Jones-Evans, Katy Chamberlain, Patrick Crawford, Nelson Gray, Rob Hunter, Juliet Luporini, Roger Maggs, Chris Nott, Richard Pepler, Tim Pezzack, Mark Rhydderch-Roberts, Seth Thomas,

Published Documents None at present

Influence of Work New group, work commenced June 2014 and is expected to be completed in early 2015.

Any Proposed Changes None at present.

Digital Wales Advisory Network

Remit

To advise Welsh Government on specific strategies to achieve the Digital Wales’ vision of a truly digital nation. To consider and provide advice on cross-cutting topic areas which have key strategic importance to the successful delivery of a Digital Wales. To act as advocates and, by utilising their existing and new networks, help to promote and raise the profile of Wales as a digital nation.

Membership

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/digitalwales/board/?lang=en

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/digitalwales/publications/120119dwabannualreport/?lang=en http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/digitalwales/publications/130325deliveryreview/?lang=en

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/digitalwales/publications/130305digitalfirst/?lang=en

Influence of Work

DWAN’s report and recommendations on the delivery of public services online has influenced the development of a Digital First strategy for Welsh public sector.

Any Proposed Changes

The Deputy Minister for Skills & Technology will consider the remit of DWAN and ensure that the Welsh Government is able to benefit from the wider network links of the members.

SECTION 7 – REPORTS RECENTLY COMPLETED

Welsh Language and Economic Development Task and Finish Group

Remit

The aim of the Group was to explore the relationship between the Welsh Language and Economic Development and to recommend ways to develop practical approaches to foster a positive relationship. http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/wled/?lang=en

Membership

The Group was chaired by Elin Rhys Managing Director, Telesgop, supported by Elin Pinnell, Partner, Capital Law, Professor Dylan Jones Evans, University of the West of England, Dr Rhodri Llwyd Morgan, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Aberystwyth University, Dr Martin Rhisiart, University of South Wales and Alun Shurmer, Dwr Cymru/Welsh Water.

Published Documents http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/wled/?lang=en

Influence of Work The Group has concluded its work. The Government has committed to respond during Summer 2014.

Any Proposed Changes Any changes will be reflected in the Government’s response.

Freight Task and Finish Group

Remit http://wales.gov.uk/topics/transport/freight/wales-freight-group/?lang=en

Membership

Brian Curtis (Chair), Ian Gallagher (Deputy Chair), Ian Davies, Matthew Kennerley, Neil McDonald, Nick

Payne, Suzannah Rockett, Robin Smith, Paddy Walsh. See Annex to Group Report at link above.

Published Documents

See link above for this information.

Influence of Work Majority of recommendations have been accepted.

Any Proposed Changes

Group has concluded its work.

Powys Local Growth Zone Task & Finish Group

Remit

The Task & Finish Group was set up to explore the suitability of Local Growth Zones for Powys focussing on::

a) Exploring the suitability of Local Growth Zones for Powys b) Looking at the specific issues affecting the key market towns of Brecon, Llandrindod Wells, and

Newtown. http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/plgzones/?lang=en

Membership

See link above for this information.

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/plgzones/reports/?lang=en

Influence of Work

http://wales.gov.uk/about/cabinet/cabinetstatements/2013/powys/?lang=en

Any Proposed Changes The group has concluded its work but actions to deliver against the recommendations are on-going.

Teifi Valley Local Growth Zone Task & Finish Group

Remit

The Task and Finish Group were established to explore how the local growth zone model could be applied to the Teifi Valley.

Membership

The membership of the Group was determined to reflect and demonstrate expertise in the specific areas of private sector business, rural economic development and regeneration and small businesses in key sectors such as manufacturing, tourism and retail.

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/teifi/?lang=en

Published Documents See link above for this information.

Influence of Work The Teifi Valley. A broad action plan and set of recommendations has been produced by the Group.

Any Proposed Changes Action plan produced and actions underway.

Welsh Co-operative and Mutuals Commission

Remit http://wales.gov.uk/about/cabinet/cabinetstatements/2012/coopcommission/?lang=en

Membership http://wales.gov.uk/about/cabinet/cabinetstatements/2012/6788253/?lang=en

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/welsh-coop-mutuals-commission/?lang=en

Influence of Work See link above for this information.

Any Proposed Changes The group has concluded its work.

Access to Finance Review

Remit http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/access-to-finance/?lang=en

Membership

Prof Dylan Jones-Evans John Antoniazzi, former partner of Deloitte in Wales; Katy Chamberlain,CEO of Business in Focus; Prof Robin Jarvis, Head of SME Affairs, the ACCA & Prof. of Accounting, Brunel University; Chris Nott, Chair of F&PS Sector Panel; Huw Morgan, former Head of HSBC Retail; Phil Molyneux, Professor of Banking at Bangor University; Steve Thomas, Professor of Finance at CASS Business School; Mark Woolfenden, CEO of Afonwen Laundry.

Published Documents See above link for this information.

Influence of Work

The review has led to two reports, from which a number of its recommendations have been taken forward, including an investigation into the establishment of a development bank for Wales.

Any Proposed Changes Work completed in November 2013. See Development Bank for Wales.

Business Rates Task and Finish Group

Remit

It was tasked at examining how the business rate regime in Wales could be used to encourage economic development and growth http://wales.gov.uk/topics/localgovernment/finandfunding/businessrates/publications/120612brreview/?lang=en

Membership http://wales.gov.uk/topics/businessandeconomy/policy/brr/?lang=en

Published Documents

http://wales.gov.uk/topics/localgovernment/finandfunding/businessrates/policyreview/?lang=en

Influence of Work

The Group have provided their evidence and over 50 recommendations to the Welsh Government. This has resulted in the creation of new business rates schemes and other measures to improve the regime. The work has also fed into reviews taken by other UK and devolved governments.

Any Proposed Changes The Group ceased to exist after November 2013.