Debates between Andrew Bowie and Robert Jenrick during the 2017-2019 Parliament

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Debate between Andrew Bowie and Robert Jenrick
Tuesday 22nd May 2018

(6 years, 7 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Mike Amesbury Portrait Mike Amesbury (Weaver Vale) (Lab)
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7. What fiscal steps his Department is taking to increase regional productivity.

Robert Jenrick Portrait The Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury (Robert Jenrick)
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The Budget showed our determination to improve productivity, increasing the national productivity investment fund by £8 billion to £31 billion. With substantial investment in the regions of the UK, such as the £1.7 billion transforming cities fund, we want to help all parts of the country achieve their potential.

Andrew Bowie Portrait Andrew Bowie
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I am sure the House will be united in rejoicing that the UK’s productivity last year grew by 0.7% and in the last quarter increased at its quickest pace in six years. Does my hon. Friend agree that raising our productivity is the only way to deliver higher-paid and better jobs for the future?

Robert Jenrick Portrait Robert Jenrick
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I entirely agree with my hon. Friend. Raising productivity is the only sustainable way to grow the economy, boost wages and improve living standards, which is why we have given it such a clear and determined focus. With respect to Aberdeenshire, the North sea oil and gas industry is one of those sectors that have seen the greatest productivity increases in recent years. We will continue to support that with a highly competitive tax rate.

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Debate between Andrew Bowie and Robert Jenrick
Tuesday 27th February 2018

(6 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Robert Jenrick Portrait Robert Jenrick
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I am delighted to hear the positive story that the hon. Gentleman has given to the devolution that we have created as a Government. In the past week I have met the Mayors of Liverpool and Greater Manchester. We are committed to working with anyone who shares our commitment to the economic growth and prosperity of the north of England.

Andrew Bowie Portrait Andrew Bowie (West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine) (Con)
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16. What recent assessment he has made of the effect of Government investment on the Scottish economy.