HC Deb 16 November 1981 vol 13 c21W
Mr. McCrindle

asked the Secretary of State for Energy what relative level of importance he gives in his policy on energy conservation to (a) the price mechanism and (b) taking positive steps to reduce usage.

Mr. Mellor

The single most effective instrument of energy conservation policy is the economic pricing of energy, but the policy also requires a range of positive measures to promote more efficient energy use.