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Trade Agreements: India

Commons · Question 64034 · Tabled 1 Jul 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record

Answered 4 Jul 2025

Question

Asked by Dame Harriett Baldwin

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement on his Department.

Answer

Answered by Michael Shanks, 4 Jul 2025

The UK and Republic of India concluded talks on their free trade agreement (FTA) on 6 May.The FTA includes a standalone environment chapter that supports the UK’s Clean Energy Superpower Mission, transition to Net Zero and climate goals. It promotes trade...