§ Mr. HaywardTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what representations he has made to the Hong Kong Government concerning the allocation of contracts for the construction of a new airport in Hong Kong.
§ Mr. RedwoodThe award of contracts for the construction of the new airport in Hong Kong is a matter for the Hong Kong Government.
United Kingdom firms have outstanding capabilities in this sector. The Hong Kong authorities are well aware of this.
§ Mr. HaywardTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he has received any request for assistance from British companies in their submission of tenders to the Hong Kong Government for the new Hong Kong airport.
§ Mr. RedwoodMy Department is fully supporting the efforts of British companies pursuing this project, but particular approaches by companies are regarded as confidential.