§ Mr. Norwoodasked the Minister of Power what regulations he has made and proposes to make in respect of drilling rigs in the North Sea.
§ Mr. MarshI have no power to make regulations in respect of North Sea drilling rigs as such. The Petroleum (Production) (Continental Shelf and Territorial Sea) Regulations, 1964 prescribe model clauses to be incorporated in licences to search and bore for and get petroleum offshore. These include requirements that the licensee shall execute all operations in accordance with good oilfield practice and comply with any instructions given by the Minister for securing the safety, health and welfare of persons employed.