§ Mr. Gordon Wilsonasked the Secretary of State for Energy if he is satisfied with the scope and adequacy of the oil operators' voluntary scheme to provide compensation for direct damage due to any oil spill in the North Sea; and what consultations on this matter are in progress.
§ Mr. John SmithYes. This is a very praiseworthy effort by the offshore industry. I am anxious to ensure that working operators join the scheme and my Department is in regular contact with its administrators.