To ask the Minister for the Economy, further to recent commitments to building the economy in the north west, to detail his plans to grow the economy in areas beyond Londonderry city, particularly in towns and areas in East Londonderry.

Regional economic balance is one of my key objectives and I recognise that building the economy is critical for all areas of the North-West. My recent announcement of just over £1m for Derry City airport and future investment through the Causeway Coast & Glens Growth Deal will all play an important part in delivering regional balance. Work is also underway with all Councils to identify their economic priorities and to co-design targets in the Sub-Regional Economic Action Plan.