Energy Intensive Industries: Costs
Commons · Question 8292 · Tabled 9 Jun 2026 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record
Answered 17 Jun 2026
Question
Asked by Claire Young
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of energy cost rises on energy intensive businesses.
Answer
Answered by Chris McDonald, 17 Jun 2026
The government recognises that high electricity prices are a significant competitiveness challenge and are a barrier to investment and growth. The British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme will reduce electricity costs by up to £40/MWh for more than 10,00...