Largest ever NI business delegation to visit Westminster

Largest ever NI business delegation to visit Westminster

Trade NI, Northern Ireland’s largest business coalition, has secured a reception at Downing Street for its members just after its main event at the House of Commons on 11th September.

The collective organisation represents Manufacturing NI, Hospitality Ulster and Retail NI.

Twenty-seven Embassies, representing countries from across the world are sending representatives, over 100 MPs and Peers and 100 local businesses are now confirmed for the Trade

In addition, the Irish Ambassador will also host a working lunch at his London Embassy for the visiting Northern Ireland business delegation.

Trade NI Chief Executives, Stephen Kelly, Colin Neill and Glyn Roberts said: “We have now the largest ever Northern Ireland business delegation attending the Trade NI reception at the House of Commons.

“Our event will provide a fantastic opportunity to showcase the best of the Northern Ireland economy to an influential audience of Ministers, MPs, Peers and Diplomats. Our message is clear – despite our political difficulties, Northern Ireland is open for business.

“Trade NI is delighted to confirm that we will also have a working lunch with the Irish Ambassador and a reception at Downing Street for our members.

“We will also be launching at Westminster an ambitious plan for the future of the Northern Ireland economy.”