HC Deb 04 July 1960 vol 626 c11
16. Mr. Hector Hughes

asked the Minister of Aviation if he is aware of the inconvenience and loss to trade, business and social life caused by the inadequate air services between Aberdeen, Orkney, Shetland and the Channel Islands, particularly during the summer holiday season; and if he will investigate the cause and take steps to rectify it.

Mr. Rippon

The provision of any additional services is a matter for the operators.

Mr. Hughes

The Minister is getting away with murder when he says that. Does he not remember the complaints that have been made to him about the differences between him and the operators with regard to Sunday services? Will he once again look into these matters and examine the complaints?

Mr. Rippon

I remember those differences very well and have nothing to add to the answers which have already been given about them.

Mr. Chetwynd

Have there been any applications from independent operators to put on these services?

Mr. Rippon

I am not aware of any such applications.