Martin Vickers
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(8 years, 5 months ago)
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Chris Grayling
It is an interesting idea, but I think we will probably be investing in infrastructure that is more used to cars, trains and buses.
Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)
The outgoing Chancellor was a great proponent of the northern powerhouse, and policies connected with that initiative are vital to constituencies such as mine. May we have an early debate on how new Ministers will develop the northern powerhouse concept?
Chris Grayling
The new Chancellor will take questions in the House on Tuesday, but I can also say that there is no question of a change in our focus on supporting the development of the northern part of the country, and encouraging economic growth and new investment. That will remain a priority for the new Government, and we are committed to a continuation of the progress that we have already made.