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Energy Supply: West Midlands

Asked by Ayoub KhanIndependentDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled Answered 28 April 2025UIN 45433

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what representations he has made to the Chancellor of the Exchequer on securing long-term funding for the development of smart energy systems within the West Midlands as part of the Spending Review.

Answered by Michael Shanks

The Government recognises the important role of local government, such as West Midlands Combined Authority, in driving net zero action. My Rt. Hon. Friend the Secretary of State has regular discussions with Ministerial Colleagues on a number of issues. Details of the spending review will be set out in due course.

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