❓ Hon Robin Scott asks the Minister for Mines and Petroleum about their support for the Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS) and its continuation, given its economic benefits. The Minister acknowledges the EIS's success but notes financial constraints necessitate program reviews.
AnsweredQoN 78Legislative Council
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(1) With reference to the Exploration Incentive Scheme media statement,
Exploration Incentive Scheme creates millions in benefits to WA,
dated Friday 17 April 2015, does the Minister recognise and support the enormous benefits that the Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS) with its the co-funded drilling program brings to the Western Australian economy and the royalty income of the Government of Western Australia?
(2) Will the Minister insist upon the continuation of the EIS and the co-funded drilling program?
Exploration Incentive Scheme creates millions in benefits to WA,
dated Friday 17 April 2015, does the Minister recognise and support the enormous benefits that the Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS) with its the co-funded drilling program brings to the Western Australian economy and the royalty income of the Government of Western Australia?
(2) Will the Minister insist upon the continuation of the EIS and the co-funded drilling program?
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Answered
24 August 2017
Responded by
Minister for Regional Development representing the Minister for Mines and Petroleum
Response time
9 days
(2) The Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS) has been a successful project that has delivered positive results. However, government has to deal with very difficult financial circumstances and all programs are under review. I am discussing with other Ministers the best means to ensure an effective EIS can continue.
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