§ Mr. Skeetasked the Secretary of State for Energy whether he discusses with, or attempts to influence in any way, the British National Oil Corporation in its settlement of the reference prices for North sea crude oils, in the absence of a specific directive from him.
§ Mr. GrayMy right hon. Friend is not required to issue a specific directive in order to have discussions with BNOC on matters of mutual interest. He has had a number of such discussions in recent months.