For Immediate Release: Tuesday 22nd February 2011
Attn: NEWSDESKS
POLITICAL / ECONOMY CORRESPONDENTS
SNP IS GOVERNMENT WORKING TO GET SCOTLAND WORKING
Commenting on today’s announcement by Finance Secretary of a £10 million package will support new work opportunities for 5,000 people and boost Scottish exporters, SNP MSP Joe FitzPatrick – a member of the Scottish Parliament’s Finance Committee – said it was yet another example of why re-electing the SNP was important to keep the Scottish economic recovery on track.
Commenting Mr FitzPatrick said:
“Today’s news is yet more evidence that the SNP Government is working for Scotland with our focus on creating jobs and economic opportunities for the people of Scotland.
“Already the SNP is investing in 25,000 apprenticeship places next year – a move rejected by Labour - putting £16 million extra toward building new houses and supporting construction with an additional £2.5 billion investment in new infrastructure projects in the years ahead.
“That shows why re-electing the SNP Government is important to keep Scottish recovery on track.
"Following last week's announcement of support for jobs in the voluntary sector and the SNP's commitment to 25,000 apprenticeships and a further 25,000 training places every year for the next four years it is the SNP Government that is working now to create real opportunities for our young people.
"We are working with small business, the voluntary sector and our young people to create opportunities, grow our economy and make Scotland better. A re-elected SNP Government will continue that progress.
ENDS
Notes
The Scottish Government’s statement can be read here:
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