The Government’s role, through EMR and other energy-relevant reforms, is to clarify and reduce risk so that financial investment can be attracted, and a massive programme of construction can proceed promptly and efficiently.
There's a role for Government policy in enabling practical and efficient construction to take place, and investment decision to be made. This includes measures on:
- The supply chain
- Skills and training
- Construction industry capacity
- Phasing and timing
ICE response to electricity market reform
Content type: Consultation
Last updated: 28 February 2011
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