HC Deb 28 February 1956 vol 549 c109W
95. Sir R. Robinson

asked the Secretary to the Treasury to consider the possibility of creating a customs-free area at London Airport, so as to facilitate the handling of freight from abroad intended for other overseas destinations.

Mr. H. Brooke

The Customs have to control entrepôt freight for security, statistical and other purposes, but the procedures have been adapted to the needs of air traffic and they work smoothly. The question whether any practicable alternative arrangements would be advantageous is being considered.