§ Mr. Maginnisasked the Minister of Aviation whether he will give a general direction, in the public interest, to British European Airways to improve their seat-booking services.
§ Mr. MulleyA general directive would not be appropriate. But I am sure B.E.A. would investigate any specific problem which the hon. Member may have in mind.
§ Mr. Henry Clarkasked the Minister of Aviation if he will give a general direction, in the public interest, to British European Airways to provide an adequate number of services between London and Northern Ireland to meet traffic requirements at all times of the year.
§ Captain Orrasked the Minister of Aviation if he is aware that the air service from London to Northern Ireland is inadequate; and if he will give a general direction, in the public interest, to British European Airways to improve it.
§ Mr. MulleyA general directive would not be appropriate. I understand that B.E.A. have been providing 15 per cent. more capacity on their London-Belfast route this summer than last and further increases are planned for next year. Both the Corporation and I regret the technical difficulties which have led to delays and cancellations on this and other routes in recent weeks.