Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lord Evans of Rainow and Amber Rudd

Thursday 11th February 2016 Commons Chamber

[Amber Rudd]

I can assure the hon. Gentleman that we are making good progress on smart meters. My colleagues and I have regular meetings with the energy companies about progress, and some of them are even ahead of schedule. However, we will continue to monitor the situation and continue to ensure that customers get the best value from smart meters, because this is an incredibly important infrastructure project that will help to reduce bills.

[Graham Evans (Weaver Vale) (Con)]

10. What steps she is taking to safeguard protected areas from shale gas development.