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Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 07 Dec 2016
Oral Answers to Questions

"Both agreements contain important provisions to place the finances of the Northern Ireland Executive on a sustainable footing, which is vital to the continued economic success of Northern Ireland. Will the Secretary of State enlarge on progress in these specific areas?..."
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Written Question
Economic Growth: Northern Ireland
Wednesday 20th April 2016

Asked by: Edward Argar (Conservative - Melton and Syston)

Question to the Northern Ireland Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what recent discussions she has had with the Northern Ireland Executive on economic development in Northern Ireland.

Answered by Theresa Villiers

The Government’s long-term economic plan is delivering for Northern Ireland. The economy there is growing.

There are 51,000 more people in work today than there were in 2010. The claimant count is down by 40% since its peak in February 2013.


Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 20 Jan 2016
Oral Answers to Questions

"Q5. Leicestershire and the east midlands continue to be a powerhouse of jobs and growth, attracting investment from the UK and beyond, and we are rightly proud of the success of our local businesses in Charnwood. Does my right hon. Friend believe that their continued ability to attract external and …..."
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