Oral Question·Northern Ireland Office
“What steps he is taking to support the Northern Ireland Executive to increase economic growth.”
Tabled: 13 October 2026Answered: 21 October 2026
Asked by
Adam Jogee
Labour — Newcastle-under-Lyme
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland
Answer from Hansard
The Minister for Housing and Planning (Matthew Pennycook)
Perhaps the hon. Gentleman did not hear my previous response. The proposed new standard method, which we consulted on, significantly boosts expectations across our city regions. In mayoral combined authority areas, it would see targets grow by more than 30%, matching the ambition of our local leaders.