§ 92. Mr. Geoffrey Lloydasked the Minister of Aviation what decisions have been reached regarding the future of the European Launcher Development Organisation, following his recent discussions in Paris; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MulleyAt the Conference in Paris on 26th-28th April, we had a thorough exchange of views with our partners on the problems facing E.L.D.O., including the increased cost of the current launcher development programme. It was agreed that the means of adapting the programme to possible user requirements and the technical and financial aspects of these proposals required more detailed studies. The Conference was therefore adjourned until 9th June to allow time for these studies.