§ Lord Molloy asked Her Majesty s GovernmentHow much the Central Electricity Generating Board has spent on preparations for privatisation in the current financial year, and how much more will be spent up to the point of flotation.
§ The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department of Energy (Baroness Hooper)Expenditure incurred in preparing for privatisation is a matter for the electricity supply industry itself. I shall ask the Chairman of the CEGB to write to the noble Lord.