British Steel: China
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what discussions (a) he, (b) his predecessor and (c) his Department have had with the Government of the People’s Republic of China on British Steel Limited.
Answered by Chris McDonald
In recent months, Ministers and officials have had short, factual discussions with the Government of the People’s Republic of China regarding British Steel Limited, most recently during the Business & Trade Secretary’s visit to China on 10-11 September.
We continue to engage directly with British Steel’s owner to find the best solution for the Scunthorpe site.
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