Debates between David Mundell and Sarah Jones during the 2024 Parliament

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Debate between David Mundell and Sarah Jones
Thursday 31st October 2024

(1 month, 3 weeks ago)

Commons Chamber
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Sarah Jones Portrait Sarah Jones
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I agree with my hon. Friend. It is essential that local communities see the benefits of landmark investments. I am pleased that Blackstone is investing £110 million in a fund to support local skills training and transport infrastructure. I am happy to have a conversation with my hon. Friend about what more can be done.

David Mundell Portrait David Mundell (Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale) (Con)
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Farming and agricultural businesses employ thousands of people in my constituency, and they make a huge contribution to the local economy. Can the Minister set out exactly how yesterday’s Budget will help them to develop and grow?