§ Mr. Laurence RobertsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what discussions she has had with British Energy about extending the life of Dungeness B nuclear power station; and if she will make a statement. [172546]
§ Mr. TimmsMy officials have regular discussions with British Energy on a range of issues affecting the company. Any decisions about extending the life of Dungeness B or any other British Energy nuclear power station would be a matter for the company who would need to evaluate the safety, technical and economic case, within the overall regulatory framework.