Secretary of State for Scotland in Argyll and Bute
Posted on 28 August 2018
Posted on 28 August 2018
Scottish Secretary David Mundell visited Argyll and Bute to discuss local economic development and EU Exit.
On his two-day visit, Mr Mundell’s programme included:
Mr Mundell said:
“I was pleased to have the opportunity to meet Argyll and Bute Council, HMNB Clyde and a number of local businesses to discuss the issues and opportunities for the local economy, and to hear more about the Council’s proposals for a rural growth fund.
“We also discussed the priorities of businesses as we prepare to leave the EU. The UK Government is determined to get a deal with the EU which works for Scotland and the rest of the UK – one which allows us to continue trading with the EU while also striking ambitious new trade deals around the world.
“Faslane is set to become the home of the UK’s entire submarine service from 2020, and the MOD is investing hundreds of millions of pounds in developing the base. In February 2017 the base, the UK government and the local authority Argyll and Bute signed a partnership agreement to ensure that the investment in the military site will benefit the growth and regeneration of the wider community.”