HC Deb 13 November 1972 vol 846 c10W
48. Mr. Bishop

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what repre sentations he has made regarding the confirmation of Concorde orders in the United States of America.

Mr. Michael Heseltine

The manufacturers are discussing the terms of possible sales contracts with a number of major United States airlines, and have the full support of the British and French Governments.

Mr. Millan

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what is the latest estimate of the total development costs of the Concorde; and how this compares with the previous estimate.

Mr. Michael Heseltine

I have nothing to add to my reply to the right hon. Member for Barnsley (Mr. Mason) on 4th May.—[Vol. 836, c.207-–8.]