§ 21. Mr. HaynesTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy what is his latest estimate of the date when the 329W Central Electricity Generating Board, or either of its successor generating companies, will submit a planning application for the proposed West Burton 1800 MW coal-fired power station.
§ Mr. Michael SpicerThe CEGB submitted an application last year for my right hon. Friend's consent to construct a new electricity generating station at West Burton.
My right hon. Friend is awaiting confirmation from the Nottinghamshire county council, the Bassetlaw district council and the CEGB that agreement has been reached between them on certain outstanding matters before proceeding with his consideration of the application. These matters relate to access to the proposed site during construction of the station.