HC Deb 29 October 1979 vol 972 cc380-1W
19. Mr. Jim Marshall

asked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will make a statement on the role of nuclear energy in the United Kingdom's long-term energy programme.

Mr. David Howell

We believe that nuclear power has a vital role to play in our energy policy and that nuclear power station orders are essential for meeting this country's long-term energy requirements.