§ Mr. Michael Brownasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what has been his response to the report of the Northern Ireland Economic Council, dealing with energy in the Province, submitted to him in autumn 1979.
§ Mr. Giles ShawIn discussion with the chairman of the Northern Ireland Economic Council I have fully explained the Government's view on the council's published statements on the development of energy policy for Northern Ireland. My officials are in regular contact with officials of the council on several matters of common concern in the energy field and the council has agreed to take a particular interest in energy conservation.