§ Mr. Chris Smithasked the Secretary of State for Energy what studies have been undertaken of the cost, social and economic impact of extending the area covered by the emergency plan for nuclear power stations at Sizewell; if he will publish these studies; if he will make it his policy to ensure information on such topics is available to Members before the debate in the House; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. GoodladIn his report on the Central Electricity Generating Board's application to build Sizewell B, Sir Frank Layfield makes recommendations about emergency planning. In view of my right hon. Friend's quasi-judicial role it would be inappropriate for me to comment.
§ Mr. Chris Smithasked the Secretary of State for Energy, further to his reply to the hon. Member for Islington, South and Finsbury on 3 February, Official Report, column 577, concerning a review of arrangements for reporting and publishing incidents at civil nuclear power stations, when he expects this review to be completed; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. GoodladI have nothing to add.