Written question asked by Baroness McIntosh of Pickering (Conservative) on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 23 September 2026. It was answered by Lord Leong (Labour) on Friday, 18 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade.

Motor Vehicles: Manufacturing Industries

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of EU policies such as the Made in Europe initiative and Rules of Origin requirements on the UK motor trade and manufacturing sector.

Answer: The Government continues to engage closely with the UK and European automotive industry to understand the potential impacts of the EU’s Industrial Accelerator Act and to make the case for an outcome that supports our shared automotive sector. The current proposal is still subject to changes whilst the file goes through the EU’s legislative process. We are also working with industry and EU counterparts to find potential solutions ahead of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement Electric Vehicle Rules of Origin rule change on 1 January 2027. Now is the time to work together as like-minded partners to boost Europe’s growth, resilience and economic security.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL3334
Session: 2026-27
Subjects: Motor vehicles Manufacturing industries Rules of origin UK relations with EU
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