EU Referendum: Political Consequences

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Wales – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 13 July 2016.

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Photo of Alun Cairns Alun Cairns The Secretary of State for Wales 12:00, 13 July 2016

The hon. Lady raises an important question. Within a week of the Brexit referendum I met a number of business leaders in Cardiff and last week I met a number of business leaders in north Wales. I was struck by their pragmatism and approach—the positivity they were showing. One of the most positive quotes was that entrepreneurs “thrive on change.” They recognise that we are not turning our backs on Europe, but opening up new markets across the globe.