§ Mr. BlairTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy what information he has on the intention of the Central Electricity Generating Board on proceeding with the coal-fired power stations at West Burton and Kingsnorth.
§ Mr. Michael SpicerMy right hon. Friend is currently considering the CEGB's application for consent to construct a coal-fired power station at West Burton.
He has received no application from the CEGB for consent to construct a coal fired power station at Kingsnorth. It is for the CEGB to decide whether and when to apply for consent to construct any new power station.