§ 8. Colonel J. R. H. Hutchisonasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Civil Aviation what is the position of the construction of the third runway at Prestwick Airport; and whether he is now satisfied that development of the two existing runways will meet all reasonable needs.
§ Mr. LindgrenIn the present economic circumstances this work has necessarily 1678 been deferred. The answer to the second part of the Question is, "Yes, Sir, for the time being."
§ Colonel HutchisonWill the Parliamentary Secretary give an assurance that these runways will be brought into a condition which will allow Prestwick to continue to fulfil the role of a first-class international airport, which the traffic during the past summer has abundantly justified?
§ Mr. LindgrenYes, Sir, and its meteorological conditions will assist in the matter.