HC Deb 17 February 1986 vol 92 c32W
33. Mr. Gregory

asked the Secretary of State for Energy what assistance from the European Community is currently available to British industry and local authorities for energy projects; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Goodlad

Community support for research and development includes aid for energy demonstration projects and new technologies in the hydrocarbons sector. Energy projects can qualify for EC regional development grants and certain additional grants are available to coal areas. Loans, some at favourable rates of interest, are also available to the nuclear and coal industries.