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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Covid-19: Economic Recovery

Wednesday 8 July 2020 · 3 questions

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Key points

  • Minister supports the 28 million investment in Pembroke Dock marine project for offshore wind development.
  • Government acknowledges the severity of economic damage from covid-19 and has provided an additional 800 million in support.
  • UK Government has provided around 5 billion to support companies, resulting in fewer UK job losses compared to other EU countries.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Stephen Crabb Con Beaconsfield
Economy Wales Energy
Context

Stephen Crabb inquires about specific projects to stimulate growth.

Question

Wales needs new projects for growth and quality jobs; does the Minister support the Total and Simply Blue Energy floating offshore wind project proposal from Pembrokeshire, ensuring Treasury and BEIS involvement?

Answer from David Davies (Minister of State for Wales)

The Government's £28 million investment in Pembroke Dock marine project, along with Welsh Government support, demonstrates commitment to offshore wind; happy to meet companies involved.

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Q2 Ben Lake PC Cyffylliog and Dwyfor
Economy
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Ben Lake requests relaxation of annual drawdown limit from the Welsh reserve and borrowing cap to support swift response to economic damage.

Question

Considering the severity of economic damage caused by covid-19, should the Minister consider proposals for significant relaxation or removal of annual drawdown limits and borrowing caps?

Answer from David Davies (Minister of State for Wales)

Government has provided extra £800 million and more good news may be on the horizon; acknowledges severity but highlights ongoing support.

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Q3 James Davies Con Hyndford and Broughton
Economy Employment Business & Trade
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James Davies asks about further assistance for Airbus given job losses.

Question

With 1,435 jobs at risk at Airbus in Broughton, can the Minister confirm what additional support UK Government will provide to assist the company?

Answer from David Davies (Minister of State for Wales)

UK Government has been one of the most supportive globally, with around £5 billion provided; UK job losses are fewer than in other EU countries due to this support.

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