A capital investment clinic...
A private funder's perspective on capital investment including actual examples of alternative models being used to fund public sector projects Against a background of much debate about how best to fund capital projects in the face a significant reduction in DEL capital funding over the next four years at least, this afternoon clinic was organised in co-operation with Barclays Corporate and InvestNI. It comprised several presentations offering a private funder's perspective on capital investment. The presentations included actual examples of alternative models being used to fund public sector projects in Great Britain.
The speakers...
All senior members of the Barclays Corporate investment team, the speakers were:
The topics...
Presentations gave insights into several innovative funding models and options. Among other issues, they will discuss the following:
Helping to create a climate that is conducive to growth...
Capital investment in social and economic infrastructure is important as it plays a crucial role in creating a climate that is conducive to growth - a major priority for the Northern Ireland Executive.
There is a clear correlation between investment in infrastructure and long-term growth and it is well understood that prosperity comes from the effective accumulation and efficient use of capital. However, as a result of a very tough Spending Review settlement public finances are overstretched. With less money to spend ways will have to be found to make the best, the most effective use of the capital funding that will be available and to deliver additional
In looking to the future, to the continuing provision of high-quality public services and in working to underpin economic growth, this seminar considered different ways of funding a range of public projects.
More information...
Contact Kim McKnight, (T) 02890 347400.