Oral Question·Scotland Office
“What recent discussions he has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on the strength of the economy in Scotland.”
Tabled: 27 February 2024Answered: 6 March 2024
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Scotland
Answer from Hansard
The Prime Minister
May I start by wishing my hon. Friend a happy birthday? She raises a really important matter for her constituents, who have faced appalling flooding too many times. The last Government left our defences in a state of absolute disrepair. We are investing £2.4 million this year, and the Environment Agency is currently studying options to improve protection in Carlisle. I will make sure that she gets a meeting to discuss the specific options.