§ Mr. Wigleyasked the Secretary of State for Energy how many coal-fired power stations have been (a) opened in Wales and (b) closed in Wales in each year since 1960; and what was the capacity added or subtracted in consequence.
§ Mr. EadieThe following coal-fired power stations have been opened in Wales since 1960: Aberthaw A, 1960–64; Uskmouth B, 1960–63; Aberthaw B, 1971–74. Two sets at Aberthaw A were converted to oil-firing in 1970–71.
The following coal-fired plant has been closed in Wales since 1960: Marchniel, 1961; Cardiff LP, 1968; Newport LP, 1970; Cardiff HP, 1971; Newport HP,1973; Upper Boat HP and LP, 1973.
The net coal-fired capacity added over the period was 1,234 MW.
§ Mr. Wigleyasked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will publish in the Official Report a table showing (a) the number of coal-fired power stations in Wales in each year since 1940, (b) the total capacity of these coal-fired stations and (c) the tonnage of coal used.
§ Mr. EadieThis information is not readily available. I am asking the Chairman of the CEGB to write to the hon. Member.