29. Mr. ROSTRON DUCKWORTHasked the Under-Secretary of State for Air what is the present position with regard to the purchase of aircraft other than British by Australian air lines; and whether he proposes to take any steps, in conjunction with the Department of Overseas Trade, to revive the export trade in British aeroplanes to this part of the world?
§ The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for AIR (Sir Philip Sassoon)This question has been under active consideration. The matter is primarily one for the aircraft manufacturers and exporters themselves, but my Noble Friend is fully alive to the importance of doing everything possible to assist them in maintaining their position in the Australian market. My hon. Friend can rest assured that, so far as official action is involved, all possible support will be forthcoming.