§ Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Energy whether he is satisfied with the availability of North Sea gas for commercial use in Scotland; whether there has been any change in the anticipated demand for 1976–77; and if he will make a statement.
§ Dr. J. Dickson MabonA significant increase in large supplies of gas to industry in Scotland depends, as in England, on the arrival of supplies from the new gas fields being developed in northern waters. These are being brought in as quickly as possible, and should then suffice to meet the demands now foreseen.
§ Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Energy in what parts of the United Kingdom gas boards are now not able to fulfil signed contracts for the supply of gas for commercial use in 1976–77.
§ Dr. J. Dickson MabonI am informed by the British Gas Corporation that it is fulfilling their obligations under signed contracts throughout Great Britain, though in a few cases discussions are continuing with the firms concerned as to the timing of additional supplies under such contracts.