§ Ms WalleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what plans he has to maintain permanent helicopter coverage for Portland and the mid-channel area; and if he will make a statement. [13378]
§ Mr. NorrisThe interdepartmental helicopter review group, established to examine the national requirement for helicopter for search and rescue and how this might most effectively and efficiently be met, is due to submit its report to Ministers shortly. On the basis of its conclusions, further consideration will be given to future deployment. This will include the future of the Coastguard helicopter provided at Portland.