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Debate between Robert Jenrick and Bill Grant
Tuesday 5th March 2019

(5 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Robert Jenrick Portrait Robert Jenrick
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This Government are absolutely committed to maintaining research and development; that is why we will be investing in it at record levels. We are also supporting the private sector, for example by making research and development tax credits more generous so that businesses across the country can collaborate with universities to drive the economy forward.

Bill Grant Portrait Bill Grant (Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock) (Con)
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24. Does my hon. Friend the Minister agree that the Ayrshire growth deal and other growth deals nationally can act as a catalyst for jobs and productivity? Will he do all he can to support that growth deal?

Robert Jenrick Portrait Robert Jenrick
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Absolutely. We are very excited about the £100 million Ayrshire growth deal and will continue to support that part of Scotland.