The UK Government is working constructively with local partners and the Welsh Government towards a city deal for the Swansea Bay city region. I have met regularly with the local team, key stakeholders and private sector partners to discuss progress. In recent months I have hosted meetings specifically on the City Deal on the following dates: 1 September 2016; 14 September 2016; 7 November 2016; 5 December 2016; 6 December 2016; 17 January 2017; and 22 February 2017. Additionally, I have had a number of phone calls with strategic partners.