Proceeding contribution from Baroness Northover (Liberal Democrat) in the House of Lords on Monday, 31 January 2011. It occurred during Debate on bill and Committee proceeding on Energy Bill [HL].
Energy Bill [HL]
It is amazing what enlightenments can come when one listens to one’s noble friends. Funnily enough, I have come to this conclusion: the Secretary of State will no doubt wish to discuss any application for an energy supply company administration order with company directors in advance. Directors will be able to contest the application in court. However, enshrining a duty to consult directors in the legislation could lead to delay. The Secretary of State needs the flexibility to act quickly if the company’s position is posing a threat to the rest of the market. When we see what has happened recently in other areas, we realise why this is extremely important. I hope that that helps to elucidate why this is in this provision.
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- 2010-12
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- House of Lords Grand Committee
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- Disclosure of information Conservation Housing Licensing Energy Ofgem Energy supply Electricity Infrastructure Insolvency Heating Natural gas Pollution control Petrol Meters Prices Standards Security VAT Green deal scheme
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- Energy Bill (HL) 2010-12
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