Written question WQ84961
- Asked by
- Tom GiffardConservative
- To be answered by
- Minister for Economy
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 12 days
Question
What action is the Welsh Government taking to support businesses in the construction sector that can no longer use red diesel?
Answer
Answered by Minister for Economy
The duty charged on fuel is not a devolved matter within the Welsh Government competencies. Charges for fuel duty remain a matter for the UK Government.
However, our Business Wales service offers a wide range of advice and support on green policies and practices across Wales. Dedicated Resource Efficiency Advisors are available to support businesses working towards creating a resource efficient and resilient business, who can provide a range of advice such as using fewer raw materials to help reduce the risk of material scarcity, driving innovation and resilience, and helping businesses reach new markets. The Business Wales Green Growth Pledge is part of the specialist sustainability support available through Business Wales and is open to all Welsh SMEs regardless of their industry sector. The Welsh SMART programmes provide specialist advice and funding for businesses to develop new products and processes that result in decarbonisation.
A member of the Business Wales helpline, who will be able to discuss the range of options that may be available, can be contacted directly on 03000 6 03000 between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays). Further information and guidance can be found on our website at https://businesswales.gov.wales/.