HC Deb 27 November 2001 vol 375 c787W
Mr. Key

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what action she is taking to encourage competition in the energy market in Europe. [17426]

Mr. Wilson

The Government support the proposals published earlier this year by the Commission to complete the internal energy market by 2005. These measures would provide the mechanisms and regulatory structures needed for a functioning single market in electricity and gas.

The proposals are currently being negotiated in the Energy Council, where we are seeking their early adoption.