Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Euan Stainbank and John Grady

Wednesday 15th April 2026 Commons Chamber

[Euan Stainbank (Falkirk) (Lab)]

6. What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support economic growth in Scotland.

[John Grady (Glasgow East) (Lab)]

9. What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support economic growth in Scotland.

[The Secretary of State for Scotland (Mr Douglas Alexander)]

The UK Government’s industrial strategy set out how we will grow our economy by doubling down on our national strengths, despite the global uncertainty we are living through. That includes investing in Scotland’s huge contribution to the UK economy. Our free trade agreements with India and the EU will have huge benefits for Scottish businesses, and of course Scotland will benefit hugely from the defence dividend created by our increased investment in our national security. This is a Government backing growth and jobs in Scotland.