Written questions

Iron and Steel: Manufacturing Industries

Lords · Question HL11057 · Tabled 15 Oct 2025 · Department for Business and Trade · Official record

Answered 24 Oct 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Wigley

To ask His Majesty's Government, following proposals by the European Commission to double the tariff on steel and to limit tariff-free import volume, what steps they intend to take to safeguard the future of the steel industry in (1) Port Talbot, and (2)

Answer

Answered by Baroness Lloyd of Effra, 24 Oct 2025

We are engaging with the EU on how their proposed trade measure will apply to the UK, while honouring our existing agreements and minimising disruption. We reserve the right to take any action in response to changes to our trading relationships.The govern...