DBT launches consultation on upcoming steel strategy
The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has launched a consultation, seeking stakeholder feedback to inform the development of its upcoming steel strategy, 'the Plan for Steel', scheduled for publication in Spring 2025. The consultation seeks input on several proposed areas of focus for the strategy, including financial support mechanisms, increasing demand for domestically produced steel, addressing international trade issues, promoting green steel production, mitigating carbon leakage risks, and developing a skilled workforce. The consultation closes on 30 March 2025.