With Parliament in recess this week, I’ve been out and about across Northern Ireland, meeting local communities, businesses, and industry leaders to discuss both challenges and opportunities.
One of the highlights was my visit to Limavady, where I saw a fantastic shared-education site in action. It’s a brilliant example of how young people from different backgrounds can learn together while maintaining their own school identities.
I also got to call into Royal Portrush Golf Club where the excitement is already building ahead of The Open Championship in July. These world-class events showcase the best of Northern Ireland- our hospitality, stunning landscapes, and excellence in hosting major tournaments. We must attract more of this investment to boost tourism, business, and the wider economy.
Throughout the week, I met with businesses struggling under Labour’s increase to employers’ National Insurance. Job losses have already begun, and more are expected. Rising costs are forcing tough decisions on investment, and ultimately, consumers will pay the price. Our Taxed to Death campaign highlights the damage caused by excessive taxation, and we will keep pushing back against policies that stifle jobs, growth, and investment.
