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Written question asked by Lord Rogan (Ulster Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 5 June 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 June 2019. It was answered by Lord Henley (Conservative) on Monday, 17 June 2019 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Bombardier: Belfast

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with Bombadier about that firm's decision to sell its Belfast operations.

Answer

My rt. hon. Friend the Secretary of State, my hon. Friend the Minister for Business and Industry, and government officials have had discussions with Bombardier, and will continue to do so, about their decision to sell the Northern Ireland Aerostructures and Engineering Services operation to focus its aerospace division on business jets.

The Belfast plant, its expertise and its highly skilled and dedicated staff will be highly sought after. The Government will work with potential buyers to ensure this successful and ambitious business is positioned for future growth.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL16118
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Belfast Sales Bombardier
Link
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