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Debate between Greg Clark and David Simpson
Tuesday 13th December 2016
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(7 years, 6 months ago)
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David Simpson (Upper Bann) (DUP)
Does the Secretary of State agree that, as part of the industrial strategy, the future development of enterprise zones will be of great economic benefit, especially to the manufacturing sector?
Greg Clark
I agree that enterprise zones have been successful. They have provided some tax advantages and, in many cases, a simplified regulatory environment, which is very attractive to businesses. Their experience commends them.