HC Deb 01 March 1976 vol 906 c428W
Mr. Skeet

asked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will indicate whether BNOC has sold in advance any part of its participation or option crude oil or that expected to be derived from the former National Coal Board affiliate; and, if so, how many bulk deals have been negotiated with foreign States or State corporations abroad.

Mr. John Smith

These are matters for the BNOC to decide, within the framework of the Government's declared policy on disposal of North Sea oil.