Oral Answers to Questions

Stephen Crabb Excerpts

Tuesday 7th January 2020 Commons Chamber

[Mr Clarke]

I thank my hon. Friend, who is very persistent in this area. I would be delighted to meet him to discuss following up on this issue.

[Stephen Crabb (Preseli Pembrokeshire) (Con)]

The Minister is right about the growing role that renewables are playing in our energy mix, as 2018 was the greenest year on record for our energy system. Does he agree that the UK’s track record on cutting emissions, while maintaining jobs growth and economic growth, is remarkable at a global level and should be applauded?

[Mr Clarke]

I thank my right hon. Friend for that question. It is worth noting that between 1990 and 2016 the UK reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 42% while growing its economy by more than two thirds. We should be proud of that record; it shows that we are on track to meet our targets.