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Written question asked by Lord Hylton (Crossbench) on Tuesday, 2 July 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 16 July 2019. It was answered by Lord Henley (Conservative) on Tuesday, 16 July 2019 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Coal Fired Power Stations

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans they have for the reuse of the sites of former coal-fired power stations; and whether any such plans include using those sites for (1) alternative energy production, (2) industrial and employment uses, and (3) housing, in particular social housing.

Answer

The Government has a clear policy to close all unabated coal power generation by 2025. Decisions on the reuse of the sites of former coal-fired power stations will be for the commercial owners or operators.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL16872
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Coal fired power stations Employment Housing Industry Property development Renewable energy
Link
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