Written question asked by Blake Stephenson (Conservative) on Tuesday, 6 May 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 8 May 2025. It was answered by Sarah Jones (Labour) on Monday, 12 May 2025 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.

Motor Vehicles: Manufacturing Industries

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will make an assessment of the potential impact of the Zero Emission Vehicle mandate on automotive manufacturers in the context of Stellantis closing its Luton plant.

Answer: Stellantis’ decision to close its diesel van plant in Luton was a commercial decision taken as part of its response to wider challenges. Regrettably, despite active engagement from Government, we were unable to reverse the company’s decision. My Department has regular engagement with automotive manufacturers around the transition to zero emission vehicles (ZEVs). Having heard from industry and other stakeholders, in April the Government announced changes to the ZEV Mandate by significantly increasing flexibilities for manufacturers up to 2030. This allows them to comply with requirements in the way most suitable to their business and consumer demand, avoid fines and not need to buy credits from competitors.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 50269
Session: 2024-26
Subjects: Closures Motor vehicles Manufacturing industries Luton Carbon emissions Stellantis
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk