Henry Danter, the showman bidding to transform Barry Island Pleasure Park, has presented his plans to the Prime Minister, the Chancellor of the Exchequer and Vale MP Alun Cairns.
The showman, and his business partner Christine Collins, presented David Cameron, George Osborne and Alun Cairns with his plans for the four acre Pleasure Park site which is set to be heard at the full planning meeting tonight (Thursday 12th). The Chancellor listened to the plans set out by Mr Danter and suggested a visit to Barry during the summer months could include a trip to the new funfair.
Vale MP Alun Cairns said: “I was delighted to have been able to arrange for Henry Danter to explain his plans for Barry to the Prime Minister and the Chancellor of the Exchequer. This has become a long drawn out process, however I remain hopeful that the parties can ultimately come to a solution that satisfies the requirements of all involved. Barry needs to attract private investment onto the Island, and Henry Danter has shown the enthusiasm to bring a top class fairground to the area.
Mr Cairns added: “The Chancellor of the Exchequer and the Prime Minister both listened carefully to the plans for Barry Island. We have one of the best coastal aspects anywhere in the country, and I want to see a thriving summer season in Barry that creates jobs and can attract further investment. I see the new fairground as just the start of a real renaissance in Barry – we just need to get moving.”