Energy Intensive Industries: Trade Competitiveness
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the impact of UK industrial electricity prices on the international competitiveness of UK‑based energy‑intensive manufacturing sectors.
Answered by Chris McDonald
The Government recognises the pressure high energy costs place on businesses.
Through the British Industry Supercharger, the Government is 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.
Our Clean Power by 2030 mission will bring down bills, reducing exposure to volatile fossil fuel markets and the risk of carbon leakage.
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