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Energy Bill

Last week we discussed the question of reports. It became clear that in another area of activity the information would be made available. Would we be correct in assuming that the information the Minister has just given us and the trigger mechanisms he has identified will be the subject of an annual report somewhere in the statistical returns of the energy section of BERR? In the past, the industry has been well served by the statistical services of the former DTI and, before that, the Department of Energy. One remembers the old Brown Book and its successors. It would be helpful if such information was put in the public domain annually. In some respects that meets some of the concerns people will have about the need for regular reviews. The information would be in the public domain, conclusions could be drawn and pressure could then be applied if necessary.