§ Mr. Chris Smithasked the Secretary of State for Energy when his Department last had discussions with the Central Electricity Generating Board on the subject of local liaison committees in relation to his policy of commitment to openness; what are the present terms of reference for such committees; what information is available to his Department on whether these committees are open to the public; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. GoodladThe terms of reference and membership of the committees are described in the booklet "The CEGB and nuclear power: Questions and Answers"; a copy of which has been placed in the Library of the House. I understand that the CEGB is developing further organisational proposals to put to the committees.