HC Deb 25 July 1988 vol 138 c90W
23. Mr. Salmond

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy when he last met the chairman of Brindex; and what issues were discussed.

Mr. Peter Morrison

My right hon. Friend met the chairman of Brindex on 17 May. They discussed a range of matters, including the role of independent exploration companies in the exploration and development of the United Kingdom's oil and gas reserves.