Written question asked by Mark Francois (Conservative) on Tuesday, 11 February 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 24 February 2025 (named day). It was answered by James Murray (Labour) on Monday, 24 February 2025 on behalf of the Treasury.
Mingyang Smart Energy
- Question
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To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what representations her Department has received from the Ministry of Defence on security concerns related to the involvement of Mingyang Smart Energy in the Green Volt North Sea wind farm project; and what consideration has been given to these concerns in the decision-making process.
- Answer
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The Government is committed to attracting investment into the UK to support our growth and clean energy missions. The UK is one of the most attractive global investment destinations for renewable energy and significant deployment acceleration to 2030 will be required.
While we cannot comment on individual cases, the Government takes the security and resilience of UK energy infrastructure extremely seriously. Delivering our Clean Power 2030 target will boost energy security, whilst creating good jobs and protecting consumers. We will protect national security wherever we identify concerns.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 30575
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Contracts National security North Sea Wind power Mingyang Smart Energy
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