Oral QuestionDepartment for Energy Security and Net Zero

What assessment he has made of the potential impact of Great British Energy on job creation.

Tabled: 6 November 2024Answered: 12 November 2024

Asked by

Joani Reid

LabourEast Kilbride and Strathaven

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero

Answer from Hansard

The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero (Michael Shanks)

The energy transition presents an incredible opportunity for job creation right across the UK, particularly in our industrial and coastal communities. Through Great British Energy, we will build on Scotland’s reputation as a world leader in energy and secure long-term, well-paid jobs in the industries of the future.