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New study outlines value of Welsh heritage
Wales' historic environment is worth around £1.8bn to the nation's economy and supports 30,000 full-time jobs, according to a major new report.
Valuing the Welsh Historic Environment was undertaken by ECOTEC Research and Consulting to explore the impact of Welsh heritage attractions on the wider economy. The research found that the adaptation of historic buildings can be helpful in acting as a catalyst for regeneration, while many visitors to the Principality are attracted by historic sites.
Protecting the historic environment has also had a positive impact on the conservation of landscapes and wildlife habitats, while also helping to create employment and training opportunities. Welsh heritage minister Alun Ffred Jones said: "Wales has a rich and diverse heritage which has great value to those who live here in many different ways. Clearly it is important to conserve this environment for social and educational reasons.
"But sometimes what is not recognised and what this report shows is that our heritage also has an important economic impact, both through the benefits it can bring to local people and the income generated through visitors." Image: Wales' iconic Caernarfon Castle - Britain on View/Rod Edwards
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