Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 88429

Hydroelectric Power: North West

Tabled: 5 November 2025
Answered: 17 November 2025

Question

Lisa Smart

Liberal DemocratHazel Grove

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he plans to support the development of new hydroelectric projects in the North West.

Answer

Michael Shanks
Officials continue to engage with the British Hydropower Association regarding the future role of the UK’s remaining small-scale hydropower resource, estimated to be a maximum technical potential of around 1.5GW, in supporting the UK energy system. This i...

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