§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy what action his Department is taking in respect of the Council for the Preservation of Rural England's complaint to the European Commissioner for competition, seeking an investigation under articles 85, 86, 90, 92 and 93 of the treaty of Rome, of the provisions of the Electricity Act relating to a nuclear levy and associated subsidies, to nuclear power.
§ Mr. BaldryAs is normal, the Department has been discussing its proposals with the European Commission. We are confident that the arrangements for the new industry will be consistent with the United Kingdom's Community obligations.