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Energy Bill

I am not sure about delight. It is certainly not euphoria. I am slightly disappointed with the Minister’s reply because we are talking about only a capability. I take on board the point that the market might see it as a 10 per cent target. However, we are missing an opportunity if we do not discuss this with the planners to ensure that the capability is in place for a small target of biomass, considering a number of options that would have to be considered if biomass were introduced at a later date. If the ability for dealing with biomass was included in the planning process and thought out beforehand, stations would not have to be redesigned. That would be more acceptable than if the Government—as they probably will—introduce biomass targets in the future. I take on board the Minister’s point that all coal-fired power stations have the ability to fire biomass. The issue that I have is that, as with carbon storage and capture, we have to have the ability and the space to handle this type of fuel source. I am slightly disappointed, but, on that basis, I beg leave to withdraw the amendment. Amendment, by leave, withdrawn.