§ Mr. Heddleasked the Secretary of State for Energy whether he will consider introducing additional incentives for energy conservation amongst British glasshouse growers, particularly through the use of thermal screens.
§ Mr. John MooreThe Government already provide considerable financial assistance for the United Kingdom horticultural industry, including aid in appropriate circumstances to growers investing in energy saving improvements, such as thermal screens. Horticultural firms are also eligible to apply for assistance under the energy conservation demonstration project scheme in developing and demonstrating technical innovations aimed at energy saving.
124WRealistic energy prices provide an incentive for all to use energy efficiently. I see no reason to make available further financial assistance over and above that already being provided.