HC Deb 26 July 1968 vol 769 cc276-7W
Mr. Edward M. Taylor

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland to what extent the new smelter at Invergordon will be provided with electricity at a price lower than cost; and whether the difference will be borne by consumers in the North of Scotland Hydro-Electric Board area, the South of Scotland Electricity Board area, or both.

Mr. Ross

The contractual arrangements have been carefully designed to ensure that the smelter will bear the full cost of the power and that no burden will fall on other consumers.