Written question asked by Norman A Godman (Labour) on Thursday, 30 April 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 14 May 1998. It was answered by John Battle (Labour) on Thursday, 14 May 1998 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: To ask the President of the Board of Trade, What recent representations she has received concerning the dismantling and abandonment of redundant off-shore structures and pipeline networks. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Dr. Godman: To ask the President of the Board of Trade what recent representations she has received concerning the dismantling and abandonment of redundant offshore structures and pipeline networks. [40981] Mr. Battle: I have not received any recent representations under the terms of the Petroleum Act 1987. My Department is currently considering Shell's revised proposals for the Brent Spar and has had preliminary discussions with a number of operators about their decommissioning plans.

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