§ 12. Mr. David MarshallTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what recent discussions he has had with the Scottish Executive on the performance of the financial sector in Scotland. [160312]
§ Mr. DarlingI regularly meet Scottish Executive colleagues to discuss matters relating to the Scottish economy. The financial services sector in Scotland remains of crucial importance to the health of the Scottish economy. Output has continued to grow in recent years and the sector currently employs over 100,000 people in Scotland.