Energy Bill [HL]

I am grateful to the noble Lord for his expression of support and agreement with the intention of my amendment. I am not quite sure what he means by knee-jerk reaction and rushing into this. As new licences are being issued for drilling, probably as we speak, this is clearly an issue that needs to be addressed with some urgency, although I take on board entirely the points made by the noble Lord, Lord Moynihan. I understand from the Minister’s comments that the Government are looking at this matter and that we will return to it. With that information, I am happy to beg leave to withdraw the amendment. Amendment 34AA withdrawn. Clause 78 : Acquisition of rights to use upstream petroleum infrastructure Clause 78 : Acquisition of rights to use upstream petroleum infrastructure Debate on whether Clause 78 should stand part of the Bill.