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Written question asked by Grahame Morris (Labour) on Wednesday, 23 October 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 28 October 2024 (named day). It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Monday, 28 October 2024 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Seagreen Wind Energy: Health and Safety

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he has had discussions with the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions on safety procedures for workers on the Seagreen offshore wind farm.

Answer

The Secretary of State continues to have ongoing discussions with Cabinet colleagues concerning Departmental business.

Safety procedures for offshore wind farms is a matter for the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). HSE recently served a prohibition notice to the Seagreen offshore wind farm developer under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
10692
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Coastal areas Health and safety Wind power Seagreen Wind Energy
Link
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