HC Deb 04 February 1948 vol 446 cc1789-90
21. Air Commodore Harvey

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if lie is aware of the necessity for increasing the radio aids at Nicosia Airport; and what steps is he taking to meet this need.

Mr. Creech Jones

Yes, Sir. I am in consultation with the Governor of Cyprus about the future provision of radio aids at Nicosia Airport, and expect shortly to receive his proposals on the subject.

Air-Commodore Harvey

Will the Colonial Secretary do everything he can to hasten these facilities, as the radio beacon used at Nicosia at the moment has a range of only 60 miles, which is not enough?

Mr. Creech Jones

It is the responsibility of the Cyprus Government. We are doing what we can to expedite it.