Written questions

Electricity Generation: Taxation

2026-06-22 · Treasury · 12451 · Official question

Mr Andrew Snowden

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the effect of the increased Electricity Generator Levy on the UK's energy security.

Answer

Investing in clean energy at speed and scale can help tackle the climate crisis, create good jobs, protect billpayers and ensure energy security. The Electricity Generator Levy (EGL) has strong protections for new investments and renewable projects that o...