Member

In relation to my amendment, I very much take the point made by the noble Lord, Lord Ravensdale, about local plans, and the links with local authorities and combined authorities. He and I have had a very fruitful discussion. I should acknowledge the contribution that Midland Engine has played, and his role in it. He has discussed with me the sort of work that has been done in the Midlands in relation to energy. I am very excited by that. I want to see, in any new configuration of local government, mayors and combined authorities, that that work is taken forward.