CIVIL AVIATION CONFERENCE (NORTHERN IRELAND)

HC Deb 18 October 1944 vol 403 cc2370-1

51. Dr. Little

asked the Prime Minister whether a representative from Northern Ireland will be included in the British Delegation to the International Civil Aviation Conference, to be held in the U.S.A. on 1st November, in order that the claims and suitability of Ulster for a civil airport may be placed before the Conference.

Mr. Attlee

No, Sir. Civil Aviation is a reserved matter and it would not be appropriate for a representative of the Government of Northern Ireland to attend the International Conference. I can, however, assure my hon Friend that adequate steps will be taken to safeguard the interests of Northern Ireland.

Dr. Little

Is it not intended that there should be a representative of Northern Ireland—

Mr. Speaker

I am afraid this sounds like an argument and not a question.