§ 20. Mr. Hugh Brownasked the Secretary of Stale for Northern Ireland if he will estimate the cost of providing full compensation to all gas consumers on the closure of the industry.
§ Dr. BoysonThe cost of the conversion assistance scheme is estimated at £20 million.
§ 24. Mr. Nellistasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a further statement on the future of the gas industry in Northern Ireland.
§ Dr. BoysonThere is nothing to add to what I have already said on a number of occasions both inside and outside the House.