HC Deb 17 July 1990 vol 176 cc541-2W
65. Mr. Beith

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what changes he anticipates will be necessary in the low-flying training programe as a result of changes in the United Kingdom's defence requirements following recent developments in eastern Europe.

Mr. Neubert

The nature and amount of low-flying training carried out by the RAF will naturally reflect future operational requirements.

79. Mr. Foulkes

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what recent representations he has received on the subject of low flying; and what action he proposes to take.

Mr. Neubert

During June 1990, the Ministry of Defence received 742 inquiries or complaints about military low-flying training in the United Kingdom. My Department will continue to seek to ensure that the disturbance caused by low flying is kept to the minimum consistent with meeting essential training requirements.

83. Mr. Bellingham

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what recent representations he has received in connection with low-flying aircraft in north-west Norfolk.

Mr. Neubert

During June 1990 the Ministry of Defence received six inquiries or complaints from north-west Norfolk about military low-flying training.

85. Mr. Kirkwood

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence whether he has received a copy of the report published by the Western European Union on low flying; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Neubert

My Department has received a copy of this report. As my right hon. Friend the Minister of State, Foreign and Commonwealth Office stated in his answer to the hon. Member on 12 June 1990, at column122, a formal response to the recommendations of the report is the responsibility of the Western European Union Permanent Council.