The previous Conservative government let the UK's last ammonia plant, based in Billingham, close in 2023.

CF Fertilisers UK announced on 25 July 2023 the permanent closure of its ammonia plant at the Billingham complex, which was the UK's last domestic ammonia production facility; the site has since relied on imported ammonia.

▸ CF Industries (company) — CF Fertilisers UK Announces Proposal to Permanently Close Ammonia Plant at Billingham Complex

Checked Wed 1 Jul, 09:52 · Broadcast: PMQs: Prime Minister's Questions - 22 April 2026

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