CONSTRUCTION OF WIND-FARM OFF THE COAST OF MARYPORT

Early day motion 722, tabled 24 January 2002 by Tony Cunningham (Labour). Signed by 34 members.

That this House notes with interest that TXU Energi are planning to build an offshore wind-farm off the coast of Maryport; recognises that companies like Pecheney, Corus, Tubros and many others in West Cumbria have all the skills, resources and expertise to support the building of the wind-farm; and calls on TXU Energi to give a commitment to use local firms where possible in the construction and servicing of the project.

Signatures by party: Labour 28, Labour/Co-operative 2, Liberal Democrat 2, UUP 2.