Elaine Stewart

Elaine Stewart

Labour — Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock

Speaking in the House of Commons on 8 September 2026

Debate

Economic Growth

Contribution

Last week, the UK Government announced a financial boost of £11.8 million to support the regional economy across Ayrshire. The money will fund projects across Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock, supporting employability and business start-ups. Does my right hon. Friend agree that although the SNP is obsessed with centralising in Holyrood and taking away local powers, the route to regional economic growth lies in empowering local communities and local councils?

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