HC Deb 16 February 1976 vol 905 cc470-1W
29. Mr. Peter Bottomley

asked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will list the value and volume of private domestic gas, electricity, coal and oil consumption for each year from 1970.

Mr. Benn

I append a table giving for the various fuels the estimated value of consumers' expenditure in £ million and the corresponding volumes consumed—in original units—for the years 1970–1974. Figures are not yet available for 1975.

the European Parliament against the closure of the Dragon project at Winfrith.

Mr. Benn

I have received no protest. The Chairman of this Committee invited me to give evidence about the decision-making process which resulted in failure to reach agreement on a further extension of the project. I am considering my reply and will circulate a copy in the Official Report in due course.