Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between David Rutley and Lord Evans of Rainow

Wednesday 13th January 2016 Commons Chamber

[David Rutley (Macclesfield) (Con)]

7. What recent assessment he has made of the economic effect on north Wales of the northern powerhouse; and if he will make a statement.

[Graham Evans (Weaver Vale) (Con)]

10. What recent assessment he has made of the economic benefit to north Wales of the northern powerhouse.

[The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Wales (Alun Cairns)]

The northern powerhouse, which stretches from north Wales to Newcastle, is reviving the economic and civic strength of our great northern cities. It is central to our vision for rebalancing the economy, and north Wales is already benefiting from large-scale infrastructure investments.