Economic Growth
Debate between Nesil Caliskan and Emma Reynolds(2 weeks, 4 days ago)
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Nesil Caliskan (Barking) (Lab)
I thank the Minister for her statement and agree that London is indeed a powerhouse for growth. However, as a Member of Parliament for an outer London borough, I know, and she will recognise, that that wealth is not felt by every Londoner. With industrialisation and job creation being priorities for the Government, will the Minister reassure us that those priorities will reach the postcodes of my constituency?
Emma Reynolds
I absolutely agree. As the Chancellor stressed this morning, and as the Prime Minister has repeatedly said, this Government will drive good growth in every postcode. My hon. Friend is right that the situation in London is not simple; it is an economic powerhouse, but there are high levels of poverty in many parts of London. I assure her that we will focus on Barking and other parts of London, too.