Ian Murray

Ian Murray

Labour — Edinburgh South

Speaking in the House of Commons on 4 December 2024

Debate

Autumn Budget: Discussions with Scottish Government

Contribution

I thank my hon. Friend for his question; he is absolutely correct. The UK Budget chose investment over decline, including investment directly in my hon. Friend’s constituency as part of the £200 million towns fund, as well as the biggest Budget settlement in the history of devolution. He is also right to say that our hospitality businesses need the rates relief more than ever. The Scottish Government should use their Budget to deliver growth and investment to help our high streets, and passing on the relief should be the bare minimum.

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