Energy security among government priorities

Matt Hancock has spoken at the Conservatory Party’s autumn conference on the coalition government’s goal to secure energy supply. Hancock explained that there is currently a “dangerous and uncertain world” as far as supply is concern.

He reported that the Government has delivered a record level of investment in energy during its term. He continued to warn that there remains a great deal more to be done.

The Minister said:

“We must unlock the shale wealth beneath our feet. We must invest in new nuclear. And we must ensure that the renewables that we support are the best value for billpayers and taxpayers alike. In the energy sector the government needs to be restless on the side of the challenger."