HC Deb 14 December 1983 vol 50 c476W
26. Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will report on the progress in the negotiations regarding the launch of the A320 Airbus.

36. Mr. Allen Adams

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on the progress of the A320 programme.

Mr. John Butcher

The Government are still considering British Aerospace's application for launch aid towards their participation in the Airbus A320. Negotiations on the project continue among the Airbus partner companies.