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Aerospace Sector

Wednesday 2 September 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Gavin Robinson questioned if the government was doing enough to support the aerospace sector following the Minister's visit to Bombardier.
  • Robin Walker acknowledged the importance of maintaining skills in the sector and highlighted ongoing support measures such as the business interruption scheme and job retention scheme.
  • The commitment to these support schemes remains until October, according to Robin Walker.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Gavin Robinson DUP Belfast East
Employment Northern Ireland Business & Trade
Context

The aerospace industry is crucial to Northern Ireland's economy, with challenges due to the pandemic and upcoming changes to support schemes.

Question

Following the Minister's visit to Bombardier last week, Gavin Robinson questioned if the government was doing enough, highlighting the impending end of job retention scheme support and potential loss of skills in the sector. He urged for a tailored package of support.

Answer from Robin Walker (Minister of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy)

Robin Walker acknowledged the importance of maintaining skills in the sector and discussed ongoing support measures including the business interruption scheme and job retention scheme. He confirmed that the commitment to these schemes remains until October.

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