Written questions

Foreign Investment in UK: National Security

Commons · Question 18896 · Tabled 10 Dec 2024 · Cabinet Office · Official record

Answered 17 Dec 2024

Question

Asked by Gregory Campbell

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, if he will bring forward legislative proposals to amend the National Security and Investment Act 2021 to enhance the scrutiny of acquisition of entities that may pose national security risks.

Answer

Answered by Abena Oppong-Asare, 17 Dec 2024

The National Security & Investment Act 2021: Annual Report 2023-2024- published in September shows that the National Security and Investment system is continuing to operate well to protect sensitive sectors whilst continuing to support investment. The...