HC Deb 09 July 1973 vol 859 c240W
33. Mr. Whitehead

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what general directions are given concerning Government policy to regional electricity boards when they invite tenders for contractual work on new power stations; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Emery

None.

40. Sir J. Langford-Holt

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on his consultations with the Electrical Contractors Association about the commercial practices of the electricity boards; and whether he will make a statement on their progress and results.

Mr. Emery

The views of the Electrical Contractors Association are being fully taken into account in our examination of the retailing and contracting activities of electricity boards. A statement on the outcome will be made in due course.