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<p>I have had a range of meetings with business and local representatives about supporting
economic growth in Ayrshire, covering individual projects within a proposed Ayrshire
Growth Deal and looking at how the UK’s Industrial Strategy will deliver for Ayrshire.</p><p>
</p><p>In a significant step, on 9 August I was pleased to announce £3.5 million UK
government investment to support the HALO project in Kilmarnock. This is a vital project
that will strengthen Ayrshire’s economic prospects, create nearly 1000 jobs and benefit
local businesses and residents.</p>
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