Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: HM Treasury

Oral Answers to Questions

Alan Mak Excerpts
Tuesday 24th October 2017

(6 years, 6 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Andrew Jones Portrait Andrew Jones
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I absolutely agree that broadband and digital progress are critical to the productivity of our economy. I am not aware of that letter. I will look into it with immediate effect, and I apologise for the delay.

Alan Mak Portrait Alan Mak (Havant) (Con)
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As the fourth industrial revolution accelerates, superfast broadband will be key to the productivity of our high-growth technology businesses. Will the Minister continue working with entrepreneurs and businesses to ensure that they get the broadband system that they need?

Andrew Jones Portrait Andrew Jones
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I most certainly will continue to work on that. My hon. Friend has consistently spoken up on behalf of entrepreneurs and enterprise since he arrived in this House. The Government’s intention to pursue our broadband investment, whether it is superfast or full fibre, is right at the heart of our efforts to improve productivity.