The UK government brings British Steel into public ownership to protect steelmaking capacity and “vital” supply. Multiple outlets report that the move follows the passage of the Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Act 2026 through Parliament and its approval becoming law after it receives royal assent. The BBC and other UK coverage describe the nationalisation as a step to safeguard UK supply and the continuity of production. Coverage also notes that the measure is now implemented through government ownership, with reports tying it to the need to secure the future of major steel operations, including the Teesside site, described as a significant employer. International reporting similarly frames the decision as nationalising the UK’s last major steel mill. The reports are consistent that Parliament approves the legislation and the government then takes British Steel into public ownership, with the stated aim of maintaining domestic steel supply. Details on how the process is structured, the cost to the state, and the long-term operating arrangements are not specified in the provided excerpts.