HC Deb 27 May 1977 vol 932 cc630-1W
Mr. Kenneth Clarke

asked the Prime Minister what personal consultations he has had and what part he has played in the negotiations on the possible order of Drax B power station and the rationalisation of the power plant industry.

The Prime Minister

I refer the hon. Member to the reply which I gave to the hon. Member for Tynemouth (Mr. Trotter) on 28th April.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

asked the Prime Minister whether, pursuant to his assurances to the House on 12th May, he intends to announce an order for the Drax B power station regardless of whether any progress is made in the rationalisation and reorganisation of the power plant industry.

The Prime Minister

I refer the hon. Member to the reply which I gave to my hon. Friend the Member for Leicester, East (Mr. Bradley) yesterday.