§ Sir Eldon GriffithsTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what representations he has received from local authorities and others in the county of Suffolk about the impact on United States air crews stationed in the United Kingdom and on the Anglo-American liaison committees136W in Mildenhall and Lakenheath of allegations that United States pilots in charge of Fill strike aircraft fly them under the influence of heroin, alcohol and sexual delusions.
§ Mr. FreemanI have so far received two letters from hon. Members about the image of the USAF portrayed in the play "Airbase" recently screened by the BBC and an associated article in theRadio Times. In addition I am informed that representations have been made direct to the BBC by local authorities, who have expressed their strong support for the role of the USAF in this country. I should add that the Government retain the highest confidence in the professional standards of the US forces stationed here.