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Baroness Bloomfield of Hinton Waldrist (Con)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 19 May 2026

Debate

Climate Change: Government Action

Contribution

My Lords, Drax emits more than 13 million tonnes of carbon dioxide annually, more than the six largest gas power plants combined. Despite this, it has recently been reported that it is ditching its plans for carbon capture and storage technology. Given this fact, and that Drax receives nearly £0.5 billion in supposedly green subsidies, can the Minister outline whether the Government are reconsidering the entitlements they currently offer the power station?

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