Sir Mark Walport visits Cardiff University

Sir Mark Walport has visited Cardiff University to find out more about its work to boost the screen industries in South Wales. The Chief Executive of the newly formed UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), was given a tour of the new home for the School of Journalism, Media and Culture at Two Central Square, before finding out more about Clwstwr Creadigol. Earlier this year, the University led on a successful bid to the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC). The Creative Industries Clusters Programme, which is part of the UK Government's Industrial Strategy, brings together world-class research talent from leading UK universities with companies and organisations from across the creative sector. Working in partnership with the University of South Wales and Cardiff Metropolitan University, as well as the Welsh Government, Cardiff Council, all major Welsh broadcasters and more than 60 screen industry businesses, Clwstwr Creadigol is one of nine projects in the UK to be chosen for the five-year funding stream. As part of his visit, Sir Mark was given an introduction to Clwstwr Creadigol by director Professor Justin Lewis, as well as hearing from university partners and industry figures. He also visited the new headquarters of BBC Wales, situated next door to the School.