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Iron and Steel: Procurement

Asked by David ChadwickLiberal DemocratCabinet OfficeTabled Answered 28 October 2025UIN 83528

The question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether the Government plans to disapply the Procurement Act 2023 to UK-produced steel used in public infrastructure projects under Section 25 of that Act.

Answered by Chris Ward

The Government is committed to supporting the steel sector, and is considering a range of options to ensure that public procurement supports UK jobs and industry, including steel.

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