Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they will publish the protocol agreed between Great British Energy and solar companies operating in the UK regarding supply chain validation from China.

Solar purchasing thus far has been undertaken by Devolved Governments, Other Government Departments, and relevant Mayoral Combined Authorities and the terms are commercially confidential. However, there have been clear expectations that they must comply with UK procurement rules, including requirements under the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and Procurement Act 2023.

Great British Energy will lead the way in ethical supply chains by engaging with stakeholders to raise standards and explore alternatives to diversify high-risk supply chains.