Oral Question·Treasury
“What steps he is taking with local leaders to attract private investment into areas that have historically received lower levels of investment.”
Tabled: 2 September 2026Answered: 8 September 2026
Asked by
Dan Carden
Labour — Liverpool Walton
Answering Minister
the Chancellor of the Exchequer
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.