§ Mr. MorganTo ask the President of the Board of Trade what consultations he has had with Nuclear Electric concerning(a) the 1994 review date set for decisions on further investment in nuclear power, (b) the criteria to be used and (c) proposals for a 2,600 MW station at Sizewell.
§ Mr. EggarI meet the chairman of Nuclear Electric regularly to discuss a range of issues.
The then Secretary of State for Energy made clear to the House on 9 November 1989, Official Report, column 1176, that the Government would review the future prospects for nuclear power in 1994. That remains the Government's policy. No capital expenditure approval will be given to Nuclear Electric plc in respect of any new stations beyond Sizewell B pending the outcome of the review. The review will take account of all relevant factors.