Davey on Parliament’s recall: Steel production is a matter of national security and all options should be on the table

11 Apr 2025

EMBARGO: Immediate Release

Responding to the reports that the Government is recalling Parliament to discuss the future of British Steel, Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey said:

“With Putin’s barbaric war in Europe and Donald Trump’s disastrous tariffs causing economic turmoil, the future of steel production in this country is of real importance and nothing should be off the table in this matter of national security.

“Tomorrow must be seen as an opportunity to come forward with a serious plan for the sustainable future of domestic steel production. The public rightly deserves better than political opportunism and grandstanding.

“I hope across all sides of the House that this message is understood and embraced. We Liberal Democrats stand ready to help constructively bring about an outcome that delivers real change. All politicians would do well to remember the country is watching.”

ENDS

 


 

 

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