§ Mr. Lauranee Reedasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what assessment he has made of Shell's latest oil discovery, off the Shetlands, on United Kingdom energy policy; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. EmeryShell have not yet completed the exploration wells which they are currently drilling to the North East of the Shetlands in the blocks for which they and Esso have joint licences. Evaluation of results will follow the conclusion of drilling.