§ Mr. Skeetasked the Secretary of State for Energy what rate of return on capital invested the State aims to secure from investment on the Continental Shelf.
§ Mr. John SmithWe expect a good rate of return from this investment. The precise rate to be achieved depends upon many factors which cannot be forecast with certainty.
§ Mr. Skeetasked the Secretary of State for Energy what proportion of total United Kingdom proved reserves of oil in the North Sea is held by the British 160W Gas Corporation, the National Coal Board and the British Petroleum Company Limited.
§ Mr. John SmithIt is not the practice to reveal information about reserves given to the Department in confidence by the companies.