HC Deb 29 March 1979 vol 965 cc301-2W
Mr. Watt

asked the Secretary of State for Energy what plans he has to increase the amount of participation in the off- shore oil industry of British investment companies, British industry and British workers in the next round of exploration area allocations.

Dr. Mabon

The Government have yet to consider what the arrangements for future licensing should be. However, the matters referred to by the hon. Member will be given the proper consideration at the appropriate time.