§ Mr. CarmichaelTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what measures she has taken to help intermittent suppliers adversely affected by NETA. [25894]
§ Mr. Wilson[holding answer 15 January 2002]: On 1 November 2001 I published a consultation document in response to Ofgem's reports on NETA and its impact on smaller generators, including intermittent generators. Consultation closed on 1 December and follow-up work to analyse responses and take appropriate action is now under way. On 20 December I announced the formation of a working group to look at obstacles to consolidation 507W under NETA, and to report to DTI by 31 January 2002. Many of the issues raised and considered in the consultation document, and by the working group, apply to the demand side, including intermittent suppliers. The Government will be publishing a response to their consultation shortly.