§ 47. Mr. G. M. Thomsonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is satisfied that there will be sufficient electrical generating capacity in Scotland to meet industrial and domestic demand during the next five-year period without power cuts; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NobleIf the high rate of growth of demand experienced in the last year or two continues, there could be some difficulty in meeting it at certain limited periods during the next few years. Both Scottish Electricity Boards have already taken action to minimise this risk.