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Debate between Ben Bradshaw and Lord Barker of Battle(10 years, 6 months ago)
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Gregory Barker
This Government are very clear that we will continue to drive forward the decarbonisation of the energy sector and of the wider economy, consistent with meeting our targets in the Climate Change Act, which we are committed to. But we need to make sure that we do that in a way that keeps our industry competitive, does not put a burden on consumers and is consistent with growing prosperity. I think this coalition is absolutely up to that job.
Mr Ben Bradshaw (Exeter) (Lab)
Why, then, did the British Government this week help Germany scupper a very important European agreement on reducing CO2 emissions from the most polluting vehicles?
Mr Speaker
Order. I think I heard the right hon. Member for Exeter (Mr Bradshaw) make an allegation of dishonesty. I must ask him to withdraw that word. I think he used a three-letter word which implied direct dishonesty.
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Debate between Ben Bradshaw and Lord Barker of Battle(11 years, 6 months ago)
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Gregory Barker
Absolutely. I was appalled to read of the case raised by my hon. Friend, who is a great champion of his constituents. Trading standards exists to help such victims, and I am pleased to hear that Warwickshire trading standards is investigating the case. I would be grateful if my hon. Friend kept me informed of progress, as we take the matter very seriously indeed.
Mr Ben Bradshaw (Exeter) (Lab)
T7. If the new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point goes ahead, the people of Bridgwater will face 700 extra lorry movements a day and other massive strain on their infrastructure. Will the Minister ensure that they get long-term community benefit in return?
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Debate between Ben Bradshaw and Lord Barker of Battle(13 years, 5 months ago)
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Gregory Barker
There is a lot of interest in geothermal, which is a very exciting technology with much potential. I have had several representations, not least from my hon. Friend, who is a great champion of this new technology. I am working with my officials to see how we can ensure that geothermal is fully exploited in the UK.
Mr Ben Bradshaw (Exeter) (Lab)
11. What assessment he has made of the effects on local employment levels of his decision not to pursue tidal technologies in the Severn estuary.