§ Commander Purseyasked the Civil Lord of the Admiralty whether the fare of £20 charged to the Mayor of Gosport for his private flight by naval helicopter from Lee-on-Solent to the Isle of Wight, on Saturday, 15th June, is the regular fare for this journey; how it is calculated for petrol, oil and other requirements; and what charges were made for depreciation and maintenance.
§ Mr. HayThere is no regular fare and no regular service. Twenty pounds was the extra cost of this flight to Navy Votes. The figure includes appropriate elements for the fuel used and other charges arising from this particular flight.
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§ Commander Purseyasked the Civil Lord of the Admiralty on what date and time it was first suggested that the Mayor of Gosport should pay £20 for his private flight by naval helicopter from Lee-on-Solent to the Isle of Wight; when the fare was paid; whether it was in cash or by cheque; who received the fare; who issued the receipt; and whether the relevant documents are available for public examination.
§ Mr. HayThe amount was not discussed beforehand because time did not allow it and, in any event, it depended on the duration of the flight. The bill will be presented in the ordinary way. I can see no justification for the suggestion that the documents should be made available.