Electric Vehicles
Commons · Question 14111 · Tabled 29 Jun 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 2 Jul 2026
Question
Asked by Rebecca Smith
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what her Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of introducing (a) procurement and (b) local content requirements for publicly supported vehicle purchases.
Answer
Answered by Keir Mather, 2 Jul 2026
The Government is committed to supporting British businesses, including vehicle producers. All public procurement and Government subsidy must be compatible with our obligations under international agreements and UK Government Procurement Guidance. All pro...