§ 2. Mr. Straussasked the Minister of Aviation whether he will now announce 669 the result of his discussions with the representatives of the aircraft industry about the extent and terms of the aid he is prepared to give to that industry.
§ Mr. SandysA good deal of progress has been made in my negotiations with the main aircraft groups about projects which would, in my opinion, justify Government support. I hope to be able to make a further statement before very long.
§ Mr. StraussTo what extent has the probable abandonment of Blue Streak affected the situation? Was not it an Important factor when the various companies decided to co-operate and form themselves into larger units that they were to receive substantial financial support from the Government over Blue Streak?
§ Mr. SandysCertainly that never arose in any discussions I had with the industry in connection with mergers.