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Debate between Mel Stride and Michael Fallon
Thursday 3rd April 2014

(11 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Michael Fallon Portrait Michael Fallon
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It is Ofgem that made the reference, so I do not follow the hon. Lady’s logic. We have strengthened the powers of the regulator, and for the first time ever, the regulator has referred the energy markets to the competition authorities. That is evidence of a strong regulator doing its job.

Mel Stride Portrait Mel Stride (Central Devon) (Con)
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13. What steps the Government is taking to ensure security of energy supply.