To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (i) what action he is taking to incentivise businesses wishing to work in the green economy; and (ii) what new money will be available in 2021/22 for such businesses and schemes.

DAERA is leading on the development of a multi-decade Green Growth Strategy and Climate Action Plan for Northern Ireland, on behalf of the Executive using a co-design approach. This Strategy will be our route map to climate action, green jobs and a clean environment. Our approach recognises the importance of working together and anchoring green growth in all our policies, strategies and programmes.

As part of our co-design process, DAERA will facilitate engagement with other Departments, Local Government and stakeholders from across the business and voluntary sectors. This engagement will commence shortly. It is therefore too early to detail any new incentives, levers or financial support which may be put in place to assist businesses in the transformation to a resilient, greener, low carbon and circular economy for Northern Ireland.