Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 38100
USA: Iron and Steel
Tabled: 13 March 2025
Answered: 20 March 2025
Question
Mr Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi
Labour — Slough
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of US steel tariffs on UK military shipbuilding.
Answer
Maria EagleThe potential impact of US steel tariffs on UK military shipbuilding is still being explored. The UK benefits from a strong and balanced trade relationship with the US and we continue to share a longstanding, close relationship on all defence issues.