Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for the Economy what discussions she has had with (i) the UK Government; (ii) Executive colleagues; and (iii) Northern Ireland port authorities regarding freeport status. Minister for the Economy: The UK Government’s Freeports policy is being developed by Her Majesty’s Treasury and as such is being … Continue reading AQW 8577/17-22 – Freeport status
Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for the Economy what independent research she has (i) commissioned; and (ii) consulted on regarding the role that freeports can play in incentivising international trade, boosting innovation and regenerating disadvantaged areas post-Brexit. Minister for the Economy: I want to ensure that the emerging UK Government Freeport … Continue reading AQW 8576/17-22 – Freeport proposals
Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for the Economy what financial measures will be put in place to support businesses and employees affected by the restrictions announced on 14 October. [Priority Written] Minister for the Economy: The Executive agreed restrictions that came into effect on 16 October 2020, for a period of … Continue reading AQW 8742/17-22 – COVID-19 Restrictions Business and Employee Support
SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has called on the Communities Minister to introduce a self-isolation support grant for people on low incomes who cannot work from home. Mr McGlone said, "At present, workers on low incomes in the private sector who have to self-isolate because of COVID-19, and cannot work from home, are … Continue reading McGlone Calls for COVID-19 Self-Isolation Support Grant
SDLP MLA for Mid Ulster, Patsy McGlone, has welcomed an Assembly debate on the banning of onshore exploration for, drilling for and extraction of hydrocarbons in Northern Ireland. Speaking ahead of the debate, Mr McGlone said, "The future is one of a decarbonised energy system. This Assembly debate is an opportunity to demonstrate our commitment … Continue reading McGlone Welcomes Assembly Debate on Banning Onshore Petroleum Licencing
SDLP MLA Patsy McGlone has said that comments at the Agriculture Committee this morning, from DUP MLA William Irwin, calling for an extension to the Brexit transition period are too little, too late. The SDLP Agriculture and Rural Affairs Spokesperson commented, "I could scarcely believe my ears when I heard DUP MLA William Irwin say … Continue reading McGlone: DUP late to the party on implications of Brexit
Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister of Finance whether the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s statement of 8 July 2020 made any consequential financial provision for the introduction of a Green Homes Grant in Northern Ireland. Minister of Finance: In his statement on 8 July 2020, the Chancellor announced over £3 billion of … Continue reading AQW 5880/17-22 – Green Homes Grant NI
Mr Patsy McGlone (Mid Ulster): To ask the Minister for the Economy, pursuant to AQW 4009/17-22, what further review has been undertaken to develop financial support for manufacturing businesses with a total Net Annual Value over £15,001. [Priority Written] Minister for the Economy: This is an evolving situation and my Department, along with Executive colleagues, … Continue reading AQW 4688/17-22 – Financial Support for Manufacturing Businesses
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