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Written question asked by Alex Cunningham (Labour) on Tuesday, 12 April 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 14 April 2016. It was answered by Anna Soubry (Conservative) on Monday, 18 April 2016 on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.


Construction: EU Emissions Trading Scheme

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, what assessment he has made of the effect on the competitiveness of different construction materials competing in the same downstream markets of the EU Emissions Trading System.

Answer

The analysis underpinning the UK Government’s position on the EU Emissions Trading System has considered the impact on the competitiveness of those sectors that compete in the same markets such as construction. We continue to engage proactively with industry as Phase IV discussions continue and welcome any research or evidence on the competitiveness impacts.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
33524
Session
2015-16
Subjects
Construction Competition EU emissions trading scheme Materials
Link
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