Written question asked by Harriett Baldwin (Conservative) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Chris McDonald (Labour) on Monday, 29 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.

Iron and Steel: Safeguard Measures

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what consideration he has given to the advice of the Trade Remedies Authority on the impact of steel safeguard measures on downstream industries.

Answer: In the past 12 months, the Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has completed five reviews of the steel safeguard. These reviews were in response to applications from industry, to make sure the measure remained appropriate for the UK market. Domestic and foreign industry, including downstream users, were invited by the TRA to participate and submit evidence. The steel safeguard expires on 30 June. From 1 July 2026, we will limit tariff-free steel imports and reduce overall quota volumes by 51% compared to the steel safeguard, with an overall quota volume of 3.2mt. Any imports above these levels will face a 50% tariff.

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