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Written question asked by Eric Clarke (Labour) on Tuesday, 30 November 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 December 1999. It was answered by Brian Wilson (Labour) on Tuesday, 14 December 1999 on behalf of the Scotland Office.


Scotland Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, If he will make a statement on the future regulation of the generation and supply of electricity in Scotland. (Failed OPQ)
Answer

Mr. Eric Clarke: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the future regulation of the generation and supply of electricity in Scotland. [101235] Mr. Wilson: Regulation of the electricity industry is a matter for the Director General of Gas and Electricity Supply. As part of the Utility Reform Bill, which was announced in the Queen's speech last month, the role of the regulator will be revised to put consumers at the heart of the regulatory process.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
341 c128W; 101235
Session
1999-00
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Electricity generation Electricity Scotland Regulation