Economic Growth

Debate between Gavin Williamson and Emma Reynolds

Monday 7th September 2026 Commons Chamber

[Sir Gavin Williamson (Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge) (Con)]

As the Chief Secretary to the Treasury will know, many of those Jaguar Land Rover employees live in my constituency, but they are across the whole midlands. In August, the Government committed to consulting on the zero emission vehicle mandate. Will she undertake to ensure that the consultation is as quick as possible, so that we can give our car manufacturing firms the best chance to compete globally?

[Emma Reynolds]

I thank the right hon. Member for his question. We were once parliamentary neighbours, so I understand the concern that he is expressing. Over the weekend, I spoke to the Business Secretary about this issue. We are holding a consultation, which will be a quick one.