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Written question asked by Gareth Thomas (Labour) on Thursday, 8 February 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 February 2024 (named day). It was answered by Nusrat Ghani (Conservative) on Monday, 19 February 2024 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.


Tractors: Electric Vehicles

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether she will make an assessment of the potential impact of tariffs on battery electric truck tractors on net zero targets.

Answer

The UK's trade policy is intended to support the achievement of government objectives and is kept under review. The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles works across government to support the transition to zero emission vehicles. Zero Emission vehicles will help the UK decarbonise and Government remains committed to the Net Zero 2050 target.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
13677
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Electric vehicles Taxation Carbon emissions Tractors
Link
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