§ Mr. StewartTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he has made an assessment of the consequences for the Scottish economy of the closure of Cockenzie power station; and if he will make a statement. [27843]
§ Mr. Michael ForsythThe future of Cockenzie power station is a matter for its owner, Scottish Power. I understand that the company currently plans to operate the power station until its working life expires in 2010.