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Written question asked by Gurinder Singh Josan (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 22 June 2026. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Friday, 26 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Electricity: AI Growth Zones

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the level of potential risk that current electricity connection processes could delay the delivery of AI Growth Zones.

Answer

Government fully recognises that the process for electricity demand connections requires reform and is working closely with Ofgem, NESO and network companies to develop and deliver a coordinated package of measures to ensure the connections process supports efficient and fair connections for all users, release blocked capacity, and accelerate connections for projects that reflect Government’s top strategic priorities, including AI Growth Zones.

Government recently consulted on key elements of this package of reforms and will publish its response in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
10767
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Electricity AI growth zones
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk