House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery
22 July 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Proposed by Michael Shanks Lab Rutherglen
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At a glance
Key points
- The government has offered a package to guarantee jobs and pay for workers directly employed at the Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery.
- Funding is provided for a comprehensive training programme to support workers in finding new employment.
- The Official Receiver is exploring potential solutions and proposals for the assets on site at the refinery.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the ongoing management of Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery after its entry into insolvency.
Action requested
The government has offered a package guaranteeing jobs and pay for those directly employed at the refinery, as well as funding a comprehensive training programme to support workers in finding new employment. The Official Receiver continues to explore potential solutions and proposals for assets on site.
Key facts
- Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery entered insolvency on an unspecified date before June 30.
- The government is working to ensure the safety of the refinery site, security of fuel supplies, and protect workers.
- A package guarantees jobs and pay over several months for all those directly employed at the refinery.
- A Training Guarantee programme will be funded immediately by the government to support workers in finding new employment opportunities.
- The Official Receiver continues to explore various proposals for assets on site.
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