Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 65640

Solar Power: Imports

Tabled: 7 July 2025

Answered: 15 July 2025

Question

James Naish

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what estimate he has made of the proportion of UK solar-panel imports sourced from Xinjiang-based polysilicon manufacturers sanctioned by the United States; and whether he plans to introduce

Answer

Michael Shanks

The Government recognises the importance of ensuring UK businesses are not complicit in forced labour and human rights violations. In the Trade Strategy, the Government launched a review of its approach to responsible business conduct policy. The review w...

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