GAS BALANCING ALERTS

Early day motion 563, tabled 11 January 2010 by John Hemming (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 13 members.

That this House notes that the fourth gas balancing alert of 2010 was made on 11 January 2010; further notes that it was subsequent to a drop in imports of gas from Norway; expresses concern that there appears to be a continuing problem with maintaining imports; further notes that Medium Range Storage at 6 am on 11 January 2010 was at a level of only 53 per cent.; further notes that Short Range Storage may need to be removed from the capacity limit of the system, as there are close to two days remaining; and calls for the Government to give the matter detailed attention, potentially including discussions with the Norwegian government, to identify what may be done to maintain the UK's gas security.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 7, Labour 3, Conservative 1, DUP 1, Plaid Cymru 1.