HC Deb 06 November 1996 vol 284 c584W
25. Mr. Pickthall

To ask the President of the Board of Trade what plans he has for changes to subsidies for renewable energy schemes. [553]

Mr. Page

On 2 November 1995, I announced my proposals for a fourth Renewables Non-Fossil Fuel Obligation Order for approximately 400 to 500 MW of new capacity. I expect to make the order in spring next year.

The Government hope that it will be possible to announce proposals for a fifth order in 1997, to come into effect in 1998. However, before that there will be a review of the NFFO process.