HC Deb 20 July 1967 vol 750 c313W
69. Mr. McGuire

asked the Minister of Technology what assistance in terms of staff and money his Department devotes to improving the efficiency of electricity generating stations, coal fired and nuclear powered, respectively; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Benn

None directly; but the Atomic Energy Authority has responsibilities for nuclear reactor development and my Department is generally concerned to promote the efficiency of the engineering industry—including that part of it engaged in manufacture of plant for power stations both coal fired and nuclear.