The Government has always been clear that it will only support the exploration of our shale gas resources in a safe and sustainable way.

Burning natural gas for heating accounts for a significant proportion of household carbon emissions.

Maintaining security of electricity supply in Northern Ireland is a priority for this Government.

The Department has not undertaken such assessments.

The Government does not intend to change the current surplus-sharing arrangements that have worked well for all parties.

This Government is committed to delivering net zero emissions by 2050 which will require significant effort in all sectors.

The Department does not hold this information.

Customers with smart meters are cheaper to serve for energy suppliers, and the Government expects the associated savings to be passed on.

First, we need to get other countries to sign up to the net zero carbon target. They have not done that.

Thank you very much, Mr Gray. I have to say that this has been an excellent debate, and I sincerely commend my hon.