The latest figures show the Welsh Government supported 5.3% more jobs in 2015/16 than it did in 2014/15, and that in the last Assembly Term ( 2011 to 2016), it supported nearly 150,000 jobs in total.

To celebrate the latest figures Economy Secretary, Ken Skates visited the new Royal Mint Experience visitor centre and The Welsh Pantry in Llantrisant to see first hand the impact that Welsh Government investment is having on the local economy.

Speaking ahead of the visit, Ken Skates said: “These latest figures show we are making significant progress in developing Wales’ economy. In the last Assembly term Welsh Government investment supported almost 150,000 jobs and our success increased year on year throughout the Assembly term.

“There is no doubt that we have built some firm economic foundations in recent years, and that our approach is working for businesses and people across Wales. I look forward to building on this success in the coming months and years.”

“The Royal Mint Experience visitor centre has been backed by £2.3m from Welsh Government and is an example of how the industry, with Welsh Government support, is investing in innovative and high quality products and events which have helped secure growth in the industry.

“The investment from the Welsh Government has supported over 150 jobs at the Royal Mint site.”