Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 104361

Energy: Espionage

Tabled: 8 January 2026
Answered: 16 January 2026

Question

Lee Anderson

Reform UKAshfield

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, how well prepared the UK energy sector is to combat espionage activity.

Answer

Michael Shanks
National Security is a key priority for the government. The Department takes the threat of espionage against the energy sector extremely seriously and works closely with industry, regulators and Government partners to ensure a strong and coordinated appro...

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