§ Mr. MillerTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what steps are being taken to increase trade and economic co-operation between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. [30928]
§ Mr. AncramGovernment agencies and private sector business organisations in Northern Ireland have been co-operating with their counterparts in the Republic of Ireland on a wide range of cross-border trade and economic development projects. Co-operation will continue in the future on any initiatives which will contribute to the provision of job opportunities and prosperity for people in both parts of the island.
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