Written questions

Economic Growth and Investment: North of England

Commons · Question 106128 · Tabled 15 Jan 2026 · Department for Business and Trade · Official record

Answered 22 Jan 2026

Question

Asked by Rachael Maskell

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what discussions he has had with the Northern Growth Envoy on engaging with hon. Members representing constituencies in the North of England.

Answer

Answered by Blair McDougall, 22 Jan 2026

The Government has set out a Northern Growth Strategy, which will unlock the potential of the Northern Growth Corridor across the Pennines and catalyse growth in key sectors across the whole of the North, in partnership with local leaders and businesses. ...