Written questions

Manufacturing Industries: Procurement

Commons · Question 114051 · Tabled 20 Feb 2026 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record

Answered 2 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Joy Morrissey

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, if he will ensure that UK-based firms offering comparable pricing and British-backed warranties are prioritised in procurement processes over Chinese manufacturers.

Answer

Answered by Chris McDonald, 2 Mar 2026

The Government’s industrial strategy and economic growth ambitions are underpinned by large-scale public investment into UK manufacturing and proactive measures to secure demand for UK made products through the deployment of clean energy technology. Flags...