Debate contribution: Aerospace and Defence Sectors: Global Promotion

Debate contribution by Mr David Brooks on 22 September 2025.

MLA: Mr David Brooks
Party at the time: Democratic Unionist Party
Date: 22 September 2025
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Aerospace and Defence Sectors: Global Promotion
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5123716

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At a vital time for that sector, the First Minister boycotted events on St Patrick's Day, boycotted the recent state banquet at Buckingham Palace and said that she was incredulous at the UK Government's recent investment in the sector. Does she think that that behaviour assists businesses to grow in Northern Ireland?

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This follow-up belongs to: Topical question AQT 1569/22-27.

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