Naomi Long
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(10 years, 10 months ago)
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Mike Penning
I welcome the taskforce and the Northern Ireland Executive’s promotion of the 5,900 jobs that they would like to see with an investment of £375 million through foreign direct investment. That is something we support.
Naomi Long (Belfast East) (Alliance)
Further to the question from the hon. Member for Foyle (Mark Durkan), inward investors will look at governance as part of due diligence before investing in any region. Given the serious allegations about political interference in public housing contracts, does the Secretary of State agree that it is within her remit to call for a full independent inquiry under the terms of the Inquiries Act 2005, in consultation with the Executive?
Mike Penning
Northern Ireland has an excellent police force and their investigations will look into any accusations that are made. We look forward to hearing from the police.