§ Mr. Altonasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has received about the proposed Daya Bay nuclear reactor; if he has raised this issue with the Chinese Government; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RentonOne. During his recent visit to China my right hon. and learned Friend discussed the proposed nuclear power plant at Daya Bay with senior Chinese officials. They assured him that the Chinese Government are fully alive to concerns of Hong Kong people about safety aspects of the project. We shall remain in touch with the Chinese authorities, both on our own behalf and on behalf of Hong Kong.