Commentary on Sections Part 2: Security of Energy Supplies Chapter 5: Special Administration Section 93: Amendment of section 166 of the Energy Act 2004
264.This section requires that as soon as practicable after issuing an indemnity in respect of a special administration (whether of an electricity or gas transmission company, a network distribution company, or an energy supply company) the Secretary of State must lay a statement of the agreement before Parliament. It also requires the Secretary of State to report to Parliament where a sum is paid out under such an indemnity.