§ Mr. Ormeasked the Secretary of State for Energy what has been the annual expenditure on research and development in renewable sources of energy since 1979–80, including the current year and any projected expenditure.
§ Mr. David HuntInformation about expenditure between 1975–76 and 1984–85 was given in reply to the question from the hon. Member for Bootle (Mr. Roberts) on 13 June 1985 at columns533–34. Actual expenditure in 1984–85 was the same as the estimate provided in that answer. Expenditure on research and development on renewable energy in 1985–86 is forecast to be at a similar level.