§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Minister of Technology to what date his talks with Transport Minister Jean Chamant, and German Economy Minister Karl Schiller on the subject of a European Air Bus have been postponed; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. StonehouseThe date of the talks, which are to be in France, has not yet been settled. I hope that agreement will soon be reached on a mutually convenient date.
§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Minister of Technology if he will make a statement on progress with the European Air Bus project.
§ Mr. StonehouseThe forthcoming meeting of British, French and German Ministers is the next major step at Government level. Meanwhile, collaborative planning in industry, and consultations with airlines, are continuing.