Written question asked by Simon Thomas (Plaid Cymru) on Tuesday, 28 October 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 November 2003. It was answered by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Monday, 3 November 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, for what reasons the Clear Skies Grant Scheme requires the use of digital thermometers.

Answer: Mr. Simon Thomas: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry for what reasons the Clear Skies Grant Scheme requires the use of digital thermometers. [135894] Mr. Timms: The Clear Skies criterion does not stipulate the use of a digital thermometer where a differential temperature controller is used that can be set to limit the temperature of the water in the cylinder. Systems that do not employ this type of controller are required to use a digital thermometer as these give the clearest indication the system is working efficiently and also due to the high temperatures that can be reached give the most accurate temperature readings, therefore acting as a safety device to ensure individuals do not touch the system in error and get burnt in the process.

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