Written questions

Iron and Steel: Import Duties

Lords · Question HL1138 · Tabled 22 Jun 2026 · Department for Business and Trade · Official record

Answered 6 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Lord Birt

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of new tariffs on steel imports on (1) the construction industry, (2) the automotive industry, and (3) other industries which use large volumes of steel.

Answer

Answered by Lord Leong, 6 Jul 2026

The Government engaged extensively with both primary steel producers and downstream users to inform development of the steel trade measure, including a Call for Evidence in July 2025. This includes direct engagement with construction industry representati...