Economic Recovery 2021-03-09
2021-03-09
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Q1
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The question addresses the government's fiscal measures to support economic recovery following a period of significant challenges.
What fiscal steps he is taking to support the UK's economic recovery. The government has announced over £400 billion in direct fiscal support since last March, making it one of the most comprehensive responses globally.
This Government are providing more than £400 billion of direct fiscal support to the economy over this year and next. That will rank as one of the most comprehensive and generous responses of any country anywhere in the world.
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The question focuses on the government's measures to support businesses in Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner, particularly those on high streets. The VAT extension and business rates holiday are highlighted as welcome steps.
Does my right hon. Friend agree that the further support announced for businesses, including extensions of VAT and business rates holidays alongside restart grants, will support short-term economic recovery and ensure breathing space to protect jobs? These measures are particularly beneficial for high street businesses in his constituency.
Our priority economically is to protect, support and create as many jobs as possible. The support provided to businesses will help achieve this goal. Measures improving cash flow in the short term give breathing space needed for reopening and driving recovery.
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