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Debate between Lord Johnson of Marylebone and David Simpson
Tuesday 15th March 2016

(8 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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David Simpson Portrait David Simpson (Upper Bann) (DUP)
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Further to an earlier question, the Minister will know that we have many young entrepreneurs with innovative ideas in our universities throughout the United Kingdom. What more can the Government do to encourage them to stay in this country and produce their goods?

Lord Johnson of Marylebone Portrait Joseph Johnson
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We continue to support innovation all over the country. Scotland is doing particularly well at present, with an 11% share of Innovate UK’s budget. Its population and GDP shares are both 8%, so it is punching above its weight, and I hope it will continue to do so.

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