5. Statement by the Minister for Economy: Offshore Marine Energy

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 4:05 pm on 17 May 2022.

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Photo of Vaughan Gething Vaughan Gething Labour 4:05, 17 May 2022

Well, that is the approach that we are seeking to take. We're seeking to make sure that development takes place in appropriate areas that take account of the environmental impact of developments. That's exactly the point that has been made in response to Huw Irranca-Davies; it's exactly the approach that Welsh Ministers will seek to take. We think it's entirely possible to responsibly deploy more of this energy-generating potential and to gain the economic benefit, without compromising our environment.