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Proceeding contribution from Kwasi Kwarteng (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 9 March 2022. It occurred during Ministerial statement on Russian Oil Import Ban.


Russian Oil Import Ban

I was very determined not to inject any kind of partisan tone into these proceedings, but it struck me as particularly bizarre to hear the hon. Gentleman defend our North sea transition deal and the considerable oil and gas assets in Scotland. I would be very interested to hear what his Green counterparts in the coalition north of the border thought of his remarks.

In relation to protecting consumers, the hon. Gentleman will know that we are fully committed to the price cap, and review it all the time to determine how effectively it can operate. Of course, we are 100% behind renewables. Regarding onshore wind, it is important to remind the House that we lifted the ban on the pot one auction last year, which has led to a huge boost for onshore wind.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
710 c350 
Session
2021-22
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Energy supply Imports Oil Sanctions Russia Ukraine
Link
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