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Written question asked by Nick Timothy (Conservative) on Monday, 20 January 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 22 January 2025. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Tuesday, 28 January 2025 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Offshore Industry: Security

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, which Minister is responsible for the security of offshore energy infrastructure including (a) interconnectors and (b) wind turbines.

Answer

Within DESNZ, I am responsible for the security of offshore energy infrastructure. DESNZ works closely with subsea and offshore owners, operators, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure subsea and offshore energy infrastructure is proportionately protected against a range of threats. This includes working with industry to enhance the design of newbuild infrastructure, maintain the resilience of old infrastructure, and continue to develop the UK’s monitoring and detection capabilities. DESNZ has been working with the Joint Maritime Security Centre (JMSC) to enhance the security of subsea energy infrastructure.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
24981
Session
2024-26
Related items
Offshore Structures
Tuesday, 1 July 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Infrastructure Offshore industry Security Wind power Electricity interconnectors
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk