§ 3. Lieut.-Colonel Sir Thomas Mooreasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what answer he has given and what action he has taken regarding the memorandum from the Scottish Council of Industry on the subject of retaining Prestwick Airport as an Atlantic terminal.
§ Mr. WestwoodMy right hon. Friend understands that the Scottish Council on Industry have been giving further consideration to the question of Prestwick airport and are preparing a submission which he expects to receive shortly.
§ Sir T. MooreIn view of the eminent suitability of this airport as an Atlantic terminal, and its importance to civil aviation and Scotland generally, may I ask that the Secretary of State should give this matter earnest consideration and warm support?
§ Mr. WestwoodMay I point out to my hon. and gallant Friend that the Secretary of State for Scotland is always giving careful and considerate attention to all questions affecting Scotland.
§ Sir T. MooreWill he do so to this specific question?
§ Mr. WestwoodHe has already done so, as I have indicated in my answer. I also pointed out that he is awaiting the memorandum from the Council on Industry.