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Government Industrial Strategy: Scotland

Wednesday 30 October 2024 · 3 questions

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Answered 1 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Kirsteen Sullivan inquired about discussions on the impact of the industrial strategy on Scottish workers and businesses.
  • Kirsteen Sullivan questioned the measures in place to support investment in the creative industries in her constituency.
  • David Mundell expressed anger and disappointment over SNP's opposition to new nuclear developments and inquired about leveraging decommissioning and supply chain opportunities.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Kirsteen Sullivan Labour (Co-op) Bathgate and Linlithgow
Economy Scotland Business & Trade
Context

The current crisis inherited from the previous government is industrial as well, affecting both fiscal stability and business growth.

Question

What discussions have you had with the Secretary of State for Business and Trade on the potential impact of the Government's new industrial strategy on workers and businesses in Scotland?

Answer from Ian Murray

Our industrial strategy will deliver certainty and stability for businesses to invest in high-growth sectors, driving long-term sustainable economic growth. Well-paid jobs are at the heart of our modern industrial strategy which is complemented by a plan to make work pay. Our strategy is clear: we are pro-business and pro-worker.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The specific discussions with the Secretary of State for Business and Trade were not addressed.

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Q2 Kirsteen Sullivan Labour (Co-op) Bathgate and Linlithgow
Culture, Media & Sport
Context

The new industrial strategy identifies creative industries as a key sector, with Bathgate and Linlithgow hosting important productions like 'Outlander' and the Pyramids studios.

Question

What steps are the Government taking to support investment in the creative industries in my constituency?

Answer from Ian Murray

The independent film tax credit announced earlier this week is a key measure for supporting the creative industries. Eligible productions must have a UK writer or director, and GB Energy has been set up with legislation passed to facilitate these opportunities.

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Q3 David Mundell Con Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
Scotland Energy
Context

The SNP Scottish Government blocks new nuclear developments, impacting job opportunities.

Question

Does the Secretary of State share my anger and disappointment that the SNP continues to block new nuclear developments? What can he do through the industrial strategy to ensure we take advantage of decommissioning and supply chain opportunities?

Answer from Ian Murray

This Government backs our industry, including nuclear energy in the future energy mix. The GB Energy has been established with relevant legislation passed, despite SNP's opposition.

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Not addressed: The question about decommissioning and supply chain opportunities was not fully addressed.

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