Question to the Department for Business and Trade:

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps she is taking to encourage SMEs to cut greenhouse gas emissions in their supply chains.

The Government is committed to supporting SMEs to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

One of the key objectives of the Net Zero Council, co-chaired by Energy Minister Graham Stuart, is identifying the key challenges facing SMEs up and down the country in reducing their carbon footprints and supporting their transition with new guidance and advice.

The Department of Trade and Business continues to support small businesses, providing access to information and guidance on tackling a range of issues and challenges facing SMEs.