§ Mr. Skinnerasked the Secretary of State for Energy which coal-fired power stations have been shut down by the Central Electricity Generating Board during the last 10 weeks; and which coal-fired power stations are now operating on a part-time basis.
§ Mr. Giles ShawOperation of the integrated electricity generation and main transmission system is the responsibility of the Central Electricity Generating Board which is taking all necessary steps to meet the full demand for electricity while prudently conserving coal stocks in the face of present uncertainties.