Annual Energy Statement

Debate between Ed Davey and Eric Ollerenshaw

Thursday 31st October 2013 Commons Chamber

[Mr Davey]

I cannot comment on the individual case or why the person decided to switch. If the hon. Gentleman’s constituent can show that he was mis-sold the switch, he can approach the regulator for redress.

[Eric Ollerenshaw (Lancaster and Fleetwood) (Con)]

I congratulate the Secretary of State on finally making the decision on nuclear, something that we have not had for 13 years. We still have subsidies for wind and biomass, we are an island country, and there are practical schemes for tidal barrages on the Severn and on the Wyre at Fleetwood in my constituency, so is there any chance of a national policy on tidal energy?

[Mr Davey]

I have good news for my hon. Friend. We do have generous support for tidal energy and many tidal energy developers are coming forward with ideas, which we want to encourage.