Jonathan Reynolds comments on Kemi Badenoch casting doubt over the future of the UK steel industry

Jonathan Reynolds MP, Labour’s Shadow Business Secretary, commenting on new Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch telling journalists that it’s not a given the UK should always have a steel industry, said:

“Comments like this show how out of touch and lacking in ambition the Conservatives are for British industry. Steel is integral to the net zero transition, our national security and manufacturing base as well as being the bedrock of many communities across the UK.

“Labour will partner with the steel industry to deliver green steel and keep jobs in the UK for decades to come.”