§ Sandra GidleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what plans he has to ban new overhead power lines; and if he will make a statement. [138779]
§ Dr. Howells[holding answer 17 November 2000]: I have no plans to do so. New overhead electric power lines already require development consent from my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry under section 37 of the Electricity Act 1989.