Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 112672

National Grid: West Yorkshire

Tabled: 11 February 2026
Answered: 27 February 2026

Question

Imran Hussain

LabourBradford East

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to reduce waiting times for new grid connections for businesses in West Yorkshire.

Answer

Michael Shanks
The Department is working closely with Ofgem, the National Energy System Operator, and the network companies on a suite of reforms to improve grid access and reduce connection times across Great Britain, including West Yorkshire. This includes reforming t...

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