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Written question asked by Gareth Snell (Labour) on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 May 2026. It was answered by Chris Bryant (Labour) on Friday, 22 May 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.


Consumer Goods: Carbon Emissions

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps he is taking to brief UK trade envoys on the energy-related strengths of the UK’s low-carbon goods and services sector.

Answer

Trade Envoys are briefed on each of the Industrial Strategy priority sectors, including the objectives of the Clean Energy Industries Sector Plan, and the UK's strengths in these supply chains. Prior to a market visit, Trade Envoys are briefed on the key objectives and sectors outlined in each Country Trade Plan.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
169
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Consumer goods Energy Carbon emissions Trade promotion
Link
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