§ 6 and 7. Mr. Skeffington-Lodgeasked the Minister of Supply (1) whether, in the interests of those farmers who may be affected, he will make a statement as to the effect of developments in connection with the Aeronautical Research Station in North Bedfordshire; (2) whether he will issue a progress report regarding the Aeronautical Research Station being established in North Bedfordshire.
§ The Minister of Supply (Mr. G. R. Strauss)All the farmers concerned have been informed of the effect of current developments and those planned for the near future. If future developments are likely to affect other farming interests ample warning will be given. Satisfactory progress is being made with the construction work, but it would not be in the public interest to give details.
§ Mr. Skeffington-LodgeWhile I know that my right hon. Friend is being as helpful as possible in this matter, may I ask him whether he is aware that locally there is a feeling that there has not been in every case due notice of the developments? Will he watch that point in future rather more carefully?
§ Mr. StraussYes, Sir.