Fallon appointed new energy minister
Michael Fallon MP is to join DECC as Minister of State for Energy and Climate Change, as John Hayes leaves the department to take up the role of Minister of State without portfolio. Michael Fallon is to carry out the post in addition to his current role as a Minister of State at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.
This will help to join up the Government’s work on low-carbon industries like nuclear and offshore wind and the supply chain. A full outline of changes to Ministerial portfolios will be confirmed in due course.
Secretary of State Edward Davey said:
“John and I have worked well together as an effective team, and I’m especially grateful for his work on steering the Energy Bill through Parliament. I wish him well in his new post.
“I am delighted to welcome Michael Fallon to DECC. He brings with him a wealth of business experience and will make an excellent addition to the team.
Read the full press release https://www.gov.uk/government/news/fallon-appointed-as-new-energy-minister
