HC Deb 28 April 1994 vol 242 c295W
23. Mr. Fabricant

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what initiatives he is making to promote investment by United States companies in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Tim Smith

The year 1993–94 has been an encouraging year in terms of inward investment and I believe that new Industrial Development Board initiatives in San José and Atlanta will help to maintain the momentum and reinforce success.

27. Mr. Beggs

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on prospects for inward investment to Northern Ireland during the period 1994 to 1995.

Mr. Tim Smith

Recent results suggest the Industrial Development Board is experiencing increasing success and it is my hope that we will see a continuation of this trend.