Aviation Sector Support 2025-03-27
2025-03-27
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Q1
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The MP is concerned about the development of hydrogen fuel and infrastructure for aviation.
Aviation is a crucial part of the UK economy, with regional airports supporting jobs in communities across the UK. Will the Minister make representations in relation to the industrial strategy both to support the development of hydrogen fuel and to develop the associated infrastructure to make hydrogen-powered aviation a reality?
In addition to the sustainable aviation fuel I mentioned, we recognise the role that hydrogen can play in decarbonising aviation because it produces zero emissions at the tailpipe. We have invested £63 million in the advanced fuels fund announced by the Chancellor which will also be available for power-to-liquids sustainable aviation fuel projects.
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Did not provide details on government representation in relation to the industrial strategy specifically for hydrogen fuel and infrastructure.
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Q2
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The MP is interested in the work being done with employers and training providers for Stansted airport.
As the Prime Minister pointed out yesterday, Stansted airport is a huge employer and training provider for my constituency of Harlow. What work is the Department doing alongside the Department for Work and Pensions to engage with employers and training providers in the aviation sector?
We engage with airports to understand their plans. Stansted has committed to creating over 5,000 jobs from its £1.1 billion expansion, and it has established an employment skills academy in the Aerozone to boost careers and deliver STEM outreach.
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Did not provide information on joint efforts with DWP specifically for Stansted airport.
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