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Motion · S6M-09376 · 6 Jun 2023

Merck Announces 450 Jobs in Maryhill

Lodged by Bob Doris (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 15 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament welcomes the recent announcement by Merck of 450 new jobs at the West of Scotland Science Park, in the Glasgow Maryhill and Springburn constituency; understands that this is part of a £30 million investment into its facilities in Glasgow and Stirling, with the works expected to be completed by 2027; believes that the funding will see a new 1,200 sq m facility at the Science Park, which will house molecular biology and sequencing services, along with expanding testing capacity; understands that the additional jobs will complement the 700 jobs already in place over the two locations; looks forward to further high-quality jobs in the West of Scotland Science Park; thanks Merck for the continued confidence shown in its Maryhill facility with this significant investment; believes that this is a tribute to the dedicated, skilled and innovative team at Merck, and wishes it well as it continues to thrive within the global life science sector.

Supporters (15)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.