Written question asked by Nia Griffith (Labour) on Thursday, 23 October 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 October 2025 (named day). It was answered by Chris McDonald (Labour) on Thursday, 30 October 2025 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.
Iron and Steel: Manufacturing Industries
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, When he plans to publish a steel strategy.
- Answer
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I understand this is a worrying time for Tata’s staff and suppliers and I am in contact with Tata regarding their extended maintenance periods at Trostre, Port Talbot Hot Rolled Products and Llanwern Pickle-line sites. Tata staff affected will be paid at a proportional rate over this period.
The Welsh steel industry is a high priority for this government. To address global challenges, we have strengthened UK steel safeguards, reduced energy prices, improved public procurement rules, and secured preferential US market access. We are also developing our own steel trade proposals and engaging with the EU at all levels to seek to protect vital UK-EU trade flows.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 906106
- Session
- 2024-26
- Question not reached
- Yes
- Subjects
- Iron and steel Manufacturing industries
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- 2026-01-19 09:26:13 +0000
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