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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Government support for Ineos Chemicals Grangemouth

17 December 2025 · Department for Business and Trade

Proposed by Chris McDonald Lab Stockton North

Business & TradeEnergyScotland

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At a glance

Key points

  • UK Government and INEOS agreed a partnership to secure the Grangemouth plant in Scotland
  • The agreement includes over 120 million from the UK Government and at least 30m from INEOS
  • Project Willow aims to save jobs, reduce emissions, and support downstream manufacturing sectors

Issue summary

The UK Government has agreed a partnership with INEOS to secure the Grangemouth plant in Scotland.

Action requested

This agreement includes over £120 million from the UK Government and at least £30m from INEOS, creating conditions for long-term future through Project Willow. It will save jobs, reduce emissions, increase productivity, and support downstream manufacturing sectors.

Key facts

  • The partnership secures the Grangemouth plant's future.
  • More than £120 million in UK Government support is provided.
  • INEOS commits at least £30m of investment.
  • Project Willow will support new jobs and projects with up to £200 million from the National Wealth Fund.
  • The agreement includes assessing business viability, economic impacts, and private sector contributions.
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