Electricity Generation 2023-09-06
2023-09-06
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Q1
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The issue revolves around recent discussions regarding electricity generation and supply in Northern Ireland post-September 30, 2023.
What recent discussions has the Secretary of State held with the Department for the Economy officials on electricity generation and supply after 30 September 2023?
My officials and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero are engaging with the Northern Ireland Department for the Economy to understand the facts and to assess any extra requirements. Energy is a devolved matter.
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The specific discussions and details about electricity generation and supply after 30 September 2023 were not provided.
Energy Is A Devolved Matter
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Q2
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Concerns have been raised regarding newspaper speculation about the future of generation and supply in October and beyond, affecting people's confidence.
I thank the Secretary of State for that response, but can he indicate to people who are concerned about recent newspaper speculation on the future of generation and supply in October and beyond that it is secure and that there will be no hiccup or hiatus between now and Christmas?
I thank the hon. Gentleman for his supplementary question. Northern Ireland benefits from being part of the United Kingdom with access to electricity from Great Britain through the interconnector, and it also benefits from being part of the single electricity market on the island of Ireland. I and the Minister of State worked hard to ensure that that was preserved during the UK's exit from the European Union. We are working very closely with all officials across Government here and in the Northern Ireland civil service to ensure that the right preparations are in place for the winter.
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The specific assurance regarding security and stability of electricity supply until Christmas was not provided.
Northern Ireland Benefits From Being Part Of The United Kingdom With Access To Electricity
We Are Working Very Closely With All Officials Across Government
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