Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 113390

Petrochemicals: Trade Competitiveness

Tabled: 12 February 2026
Answered: 27 February 2026

Question

Justin Madders

LabourEllesmere Port and Bromborough

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the competitiveness of the UK's refined petroleum industry.

Answer

Martin McCluskey
The Government recognises the challenges facing the refining sector in the UK. The Government continues to engage with the fuel industry to explore what steps can be taken to further support the sector, including considering the feasibility and impacts of...

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