§ The Minister for Energy and Construction (Mr. Brian Wilson)I have today given consent to increase the capacity of the combined heat and power station at the Polimeri Europa Ltd works at Hythe from 48MW to 53 MW. I have also given revised clearance under section 14 of the Energy Act 1976 for the larger station to be fuelled by natural gas.
The decision demonstrates the Government's continuing commitment to promote CHP, wherever practicable, and our commitment to reducing emissions of greenhouse gases and our aim to put the UK among the top 25 per cent. of the most energy efficient economies rather than mid-ranking as we currently are.
Copies of the press notice, section 36 decision letter and consent, and the section 14clearance letter are being placed in the Library of the House.