Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Michael Tomlinson and Jesse Norman

Tuesday 8th November 2016 Commons Chamber

[Jesse Norman]

Of course, in the context of the steel industry, it is important to recognise the commitment that the Government have made to Hinkley Point C—a major industrial commitment of their own. I recognise the hon. Gentleman’s point, but we are not going to be railroaded into going beyond the timetable that has already been described. An orderly process is in place, a highly respected former Minister is running the thing, and we will be looking at the issue with the care and consideration that it deserves.

[Michael Tomlinson (Mid Dorset and North Poole) (Con)]

It is reliable, it is green, it would form an important part of our energy mix—and it would boost the south-west economy to boot: will the Minister support it?