Oral Answers to Questions
Debate between Graeme Morrice and Huw Irranca-Davies
Graeme Morrice (Livingston) (Lab)
10. What assessment he has made of the potential effects of the provisions of the draft Energy Bill on the competitiveness of the energy market.
Huw Irranca-Davies (Ogmore) (Lab)
20. What assessment he has made of the potential effects of the provisions of the draft Energy Bill on the competitiveness of the energy market.
The Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change (Mr Edward Davey)
The draft Energy Bill focuses on encouraging greater investment and competition in the energy market as we make the transition to a low carbon future. The provisions in the Bill are about removing barriers to entry and allowing all forms of low carbon generation to come forward and compete on a level playing field. In addition to the provisions in the draft Bill, Ofgem has consulted on liquidity proposals and the Government have issued a call for evidence regarding the availability of long-term contracts for independent generators.