Question
8. What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support the steel industry in Scotland.
Answer
This Government are committed to supporting a competitive and sustainable steel sector across the United Kingdom, with Scotland a vital part of that. The UK’s first-ever steel strategy, published in March, sets out an ambitious long-term plan to rebuild the sector, return domestic market share to around 50%, attract new investment and position the UK as a world leader in clean, modern steel production. The significance of Scotland’s steel industry to local communities, jobs and supply chains is beyond doubt.50% vibes
Verdict: AMBER (33/100)
The reply sets out the UK-wide steel strategy, including its long-term rebuilding plan and the aim of a 50% domestic market share. It does not say what the minister is doing specifically for Scottish steel, and it does not explain how they are working with Cabinet colleagues. Scotland is mentioned only in general terms, so the person who asked would likely need to submit a follow-up for the Scotland-specific detail.
How we got there
| Question item | Coverage | Specificity | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|
| What the minister is doing, working with Cabinet colleagues, to support the steel industry in Scotland. | Partially Addressed | Direct | The reply describes the UK-wide steel strategy (published in March, with a long-term rebuilding plan and a 50% domestic market share aim), which is relevant policy that applies to Scotland, but it says nothing about what the minister is doing specifically for Scottish steel or how they are working with Cabinet colleagues. Scotland is mentioned only in general, vibes-based terms. |