Written question asked by David Chaytor (Labour) on Thursday, 27 November 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 10 December 2003. It was answered by Nigel Griffiths (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 December 2003 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, what discussions she has had within the last year with representatives of the insurance industry on the limitations of insurability in respect of (a) nuclear issues and (b) climate change issues; and if she will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Chaytor: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what discussions she has had within the last year with representatives of the insurance industry on the limitations of insurability in respect of (a) nuclear issues and (b) climate change issues; and if she will make a statement. [141213] Nigel Griffiths: DTI Ministers have not had any discussions with the insurance industry on the limitations of insurability in respect of climate change issues. With regard to insurability in respect of nuclear issues, UK nuclear operators have a statutory obligation to cover their liability by insurance. DTI officials have maintained close contact with the insurance industry over the last 12 months and are satisfied that sufficient cover is available.

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