Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 50907

Renewable Energy: Finance

Tabled: 8 May 2025
Answered: 13 May 2025
Named Day

Question

Dave Doogan

Scottish National PartyAngus and Perthshire Glens

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of contract for difference projects that have recently been cancelled due to increasing cost pressures; and whether he plans to reform the contract for difference

Answer

Michael Shanks
We recognise the effect that globally high inflation and supply chain constraints are having on industry and we will work with Orsted to get Hornsea 4 back on track. We have a strong pipeline of projects, and our mission-led approach ensures we can steer ...

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