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Electricity Transmission and Distribution 2024-03-13

2024-03-13

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Partial Answer
Jonathan Edwards
▸ Context
Discussions about transforming the electricity network to meet energy security and net zero goals have been ongoing, with a recent announcement of £90 billion investment over ten years.
What discussions has he had with the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero and the Welsh Government on electricity transmission and distribution policy?
David Davies
The Government are committed to transforming our electricity network. We recently announced an ambitious electricity network package that will reduce consumer bills, bring forward £90 billion of investment over 10 years, and allow us to harness Wales's renewable resources, such as floating offshore wind in the Celtic sea.
▸ Assessment & feedback
Did not provide specific details about discussions with Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero or Welsh Government
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Q2 Partial Answer
Jonathan Edwards
▸ Context
Pylon developments are controversial in communities. There are four potential pylon developments in the questioner's constituency, causing concern among residents.
Will he ask the Secretary of State to commission a study on technologies such as cable ploughing which allow undergrounding and have comparable cost to pylons?
David Davies
I understand the concerns raised in his constituency. The information I have is that laying cables underground would cost five to seven times more, but if he has a presentation or similar material, I will forward it to officials at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
▸ Assessment & feedback
Did not commit to commissioning a study on cable ploughing technologies
Hearing What He Is Saying If He Has A Presentation
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Q3 Partial Answer
Michael Fabricant
▸ Context
The Senedd has decided to ban GB News, leading to questions about policy on this matter.
Is he aware that the Senedd has banned GB News and what is his policy on that?
David Davies
It may save a small amount of electricity, but it is disappointing that Welsh Labour Government are preventing legitimate viewpoints from being heard by Members of the Senedd who should listen to dissenting opinions.
▸ Assessment & feedback
Did not provide policy stance on banning GB News
Disapproving Of The Decision Challenging The Legitimacy
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