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Written question asked by Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party) on Thursday, 31 October 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 7 November 2002. It was answered by Baroness Liddell of Coatdyke (Labour) on Thursday, 7 November 2002 on behalf of the Scotland Office.


Scotland Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, if she will make a statement on the impact of regional gross domestic product disparity of skills migration.
Answer

Mr. Salmond: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if she will make a statement on the impact of regional gross domestic product disparity of skills migration. [79494] Mrs. Liddell: The Government are working to increase wealth in all parts of the UK. Economic stability and sound public finances provide the foundation for rising prosperity. The decision to migrate is affected by many factors that contribute to the quality of life.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
392 c679-80W;392 c692W; 79494
Session
2001-02
Subjects
Economic situation National income Staff Scotland Skilled workers Emigration
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk