Manufactured Goods: Exports
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of Government energy policy on the international competitiveness of UK manufacturing exports.
Answered by Chris McDonald
The Government recognises the pressure high energy costs place on businesses. Our Clean Power by 2030 mission will bring down bills, reducing exposure to volatile fossil fuel markets and the risk of carbon leakage.
In the near term, we are acting through the British Industry Supercharger, increasing network charge discounts from 60% to 90% since April 2026 for energy‑intensive industries. In addition, the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme will cut electricity costs by up to £40/MWh for over 10,000 firms in key manufacturing sectors, helping align UK prices with European competitors and strengthen competitiveness.
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