UK Steel Government Infrastructure Projects 2021-04-27
2021-04-27
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Q1
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Steel is crucial for jobs, national security and climate change. The sector faces significant challenges due to high electricity prices compared to Germany.
Why has the government's programme failed to recognise the impact on organisations in my district? Steel is central to good jobs, national security, and combating climate change. There can be no post-pandemic recovery without a strong steel industry. Will the Chancellor commit today to recognising the strategic importance of steel by reducing electricity prices so that our steelmakers can compete?
The government has spent over £500 million on supporting the steel sector and is taking steps to decarbonise it, including a £250 million clean steel fund. We are addressing high electricity prices through these measures.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not commit specifically to reducing electricity prices for UK steelmakers beyond mentioning ongoing support and the clean steel fund.
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Q2
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Steel jobs are crucial, with high electricity prices affecting competitiveness. The EU research fund for coal and steel will be returned to the UK.
Will the Chancellor commit today to recognising the strategic importance of the steel industry by reducing electricity prices so that our steelmakers can compete on a level playing field?
The government is taking steps to support the decarbonisation of the steel industry, including a £250 million clean steel fund. We are addressing high electricity prices through these measures and supporting companies like Celsa with loans to secure jobs.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not commit specifically to reducing electricity prices for UK steelmakers beyond mentioning ongoing support and the clean steel fund.
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Q3
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Steel jobs are crucial, with high electricity prices affecting competitiveness. The EU research fund for coal and steel will be returned to the UK.
Will the government ring-fence the money from the EU research fund for coal and steel to support decarbonising and modernising the industry, given its importance in protecting jobs?
The government is taking steps to decarbonise the UK steel industry, including a £250 million clean steel fund. We are working with businesses to understand issues and engage sectors affected by covid and our relationship with the EU.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not commit specifically to ring-fencing funds from the EU research fund for supporting decarbonisation of the industry.
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