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Written question asked by Adam Jogee (Labour) on Friday, 30 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. It was answered by Chris McDonald (Labour) on Monday, 9 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.


Bricks: Manufacturing Industries

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what recent steps he has taken to support brick production.

Answer

Brick deliveries remain well above the dip seen in 2022-2023, with around 80% of bricks used in the UK produced domestically. The Government’s housebuilding targets will support demand as industry delivers the new private, social and affordable homes our citizens need.

Construction’s inclusion as a foundational industry in the Industrial Strategy will also help to drive brick production. Additionally, brick manufacturers could benefit from the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme if they meet electricity intensity and sector criteria, though eligibility is not yet confirmed.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
109872
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Manufacturing industries Bricks
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk