EU Referendum: UK Steel Industry — [Mrs Cheryl Gillan in the Chair]

Part of the debate – in Westminster Hall at 10:32 am on 13 July 2016.

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Photo of Bill Esterson Bill Esterson Shadow Minister (Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy) 10:32, 13 July 2016

I am sure it is a fine paper.

My hon. Friend the Member for Cardiff South and Penarth asked about the Steel Council. Will the Minister confirm what discussions are taking place and what work it is continuing to do after the Brexit vote? It has a critical role in the next few weeks and months.

I am conscious that the Minister has a lot to respond to, but I want to reiterate the importance of what my hon. Friend said. Government action is needed now. The steel industry, the workers, the supply chain, the businesses directly affected and the rest of the economy cannot wait weeks or months for action. Steel is crucial to our economy, our strategic needs and our communities. The Minister or her successor needs to make sure the Government do whatever it takes to save our steel.