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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Advanced Manufacturing 2026-07-02

Thursday 2 July 2026 · 4 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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Answered 3 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Department is implementing the 10-year modern industrial strategy and the advanced manufacturing sector plan to support British industrial competitiveness.
  • The Secretary of State is offering support for transformation in the advanced manufacturing sector on the Clyde, including access to finance and innovation.
  • Tariffs for high-quality advanced manufacturing products, such as cars produced in Woking, have been reduced to 10%.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Zubir Ahmed Lab Glasgow South West
Business & Trade
Context

The advanced manufacturing sector in Glasgow South West, including BAE Systems and Craft Prospect, faces challenges and opportunities for growth. The government's modern industrial strategy is under scrutiny.

Question

What recent steps his Department has taken to support the advanced manufacturing sector?

Answer from Peter Kyle

Strong delivery of the 10-year modern industrial strategy is ongoing, including investment in the British industrial competitiveness scheme—the long-term industrial intervention to address energy costs. We also have the advanced manufacturing sector plan, which includes sector-specific cross-cutting measures to support manufacturers right across the United Kingdom.

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Q2 Zubir Ahmed Lab Glasgow South West
Economy Business & Trade
Context

The advanced manufacturing sector in Glasgow, including BAE Systems and Craft Prospect, is significant and requires specific support for growth. The government's industrial plan is relevant.

Question

What conversations is the Secretary of State having with businesses in Glasgow and Glasgow South West specifically about how we can grow this advanced manufacturing base?

Answer from Peter Kyle

On the Clyde they have adapted from manufacturing the Dreadnought through to frigates. We are on their side in this latest transformation, offering a range of sector-focused interventions from the industrial plan and support for access to finance, innovation and tech adaptation. Glasgow city region will receive £50 million through the local innovation partnerships fund.

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Q3 Will Forster Lib Dem Woking
Business & Trade
Context

The car manufacturer McLaren in Woking faces trade barriers with the US since Donald Trump took office, affecting its business and employment. The government's actions to lower these barriers are sought.

Question

What are the Secretary of State and his Department doing to work with the US to lower trade barriers for high-quality advanced manufacturing jobs in Woking?

Answer from Peter Kyle

I met the chief executive of McLaren last week. Tariffs have been reduced to 10% for 100,000 cars. I have spoken to my counterpart at the Commerce Secretary about fantastic cars produced in our country. We have a deal with America that does those businesses proud.

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Q4 Andrew Griffith Con Arundel and South Downs
Climate Energy Business & Trade
Context

The British car manufacturing industry faces fines under the zero emission vehicle rules, impacting consumer choice, jobs, and firms. The government's stance on these rules is questioned.

Question

Will he listen to car makers, adopt the Conservative policy of scrapping these rules and support our great British automotive industry?

Answer from Peter Kyle

We are a listening Government, tackling energy costs faced by the automotive sector with BICS. Regarding ZEV mandate: I am listening closely. We need to be creative in how we get to net zero targets while addressing these issues.

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Not addressed: Commitment to scrap rules not explicitly stated

How: We Are A Listening Government

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