Written question asked by Lord Moynihan (Conservative) on Thursday, 5 February 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 19 February 2026. It was answered by Lord Whitehead (Labour) on Wednesday, 18 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Solar Power: China
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government whether they have undertaken routine checks under the Great British Energy Act 2025 of all shipments of components from China required for solar panel installation in the UK since the date on which Great British Energy began installing solar panels on 250 schools across England.
- Answer
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The Department for Education are procuring the solar panels for schools under the Solar Partnerships Scheme and have done so under the requirements set out by the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and UK procurement controls, as well as making use of Crown Commercial Service frameworks where appropriate.
As a publicly owned company, Great British Energy is expected to lead by example when adhering to the UK’s legislation and guidance on modern slavery, including the Modern Slavery Act 2015.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL14345
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- China Imports Solar power Great British Energy
- Legislation
- Great British Energy Act 2025
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- 2026-02-18 14:31:52 +0000
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