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Natural Gas: West Dorset

Commons · Question 72323 · Tabled 29 Aug 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record

Answered 8 Sep 2025

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he has had discussions with Ofgem on the condition of gas mains infrastructure in West Dorset constituency.

Answer

Answered by Michael Shanks, 8 Sep 2025

The condition and maintenance of gas mains is typically managed by local Gas Distribution Networks (GDNs), under the regulatory supervision of Ofgem. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) also play a key role in ensuring safety during mains replacement ac...