Question follow-through · 36728

Energy: Prices

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he has made an assessment of the potential impact of the zonal electricity pricing consultation on UK ceramic manufacturers.

answeredDepartment for Energy Security and Net Zero

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Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Tabled
10 Mar 2025
Target answer date
13 Mar 2025
Answer
13 Mar 2025 · 3 calendar days after tabling

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  1. 10 Mar 2025

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he has made an assessment of the potential impact of the zonal electricity pricing consultation on UK ceramic manufacturers.

  2. 13 Mar 2025

    Target answer date

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  3. 13 Mar 2025

    Answer published

    We are analysing the potential impact of zonal pricing options on Energy Intensive Industries, including ceramic manufacturers, working closely with the Department for Business and Trade. We recognise concerns that zonal pricing may introduce some uncerta...

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