WELSH Conservatives' leader Andrew RT Davies has reiterated his concerns over Government proposals for the 'Northern Access Road' in St. Athan, arguing locals believed there was "no business case" for the development.

The Welsh Government however said that Mr Davies' comments were nothing new, stating the local community had already been consulted on the project which they believe will bring more jobs to the area.

Mr Davies wrote to the cabinet secretary for economy and infrastructure, Ken Skates, last week, asking him to provide details of the business case for the road.

Mr Skates said the plans formed a large part of the Government's commitment to developing a new 'enterprise zone' around Cardiff Airport and St. Athan, adding that: "unconstrained access to the Aerospace Business Park is essential to allow it to compete on an international stage."

Whilst Mr Davies welcomed Mr Skates' sentiments regarding the enterprise zone, he said the minister had failed to address suggestions that upgrading the current infrastructure would be sufficient.

Mr Davies said: "While I fully support the St Athan Enterprise Zone, many local people have suggested there is no business case for the new road.

"In his latest response, the cabinet secretary has failed to address these concerns."

In a statement issued by the government, a spokesman said: "The Northern Access Road has been deemed vital to service the St Athan business park.

"The decision has been made taking full account of the strategic framework plan for the enterprise zone, the local development plan and the recommendations set out in the Planning Policy Institute Wales."

Mr Davies meanwhile urged residents to attend a public meeting on July 25 at Llanmaes Village Hall, to discuss the proposals.

The meeting will begin at 7pm.