§ Mr. MacDougallTo ask the Secretary of State for International Development if he will make a statement on constructing an airport on St. Helena. [150097]
§ Hilary BennThe response to an international invitation, which had sought outline proposals for private sector participation and investment in possible development of air access, is being considered in consultation with the St Helena Government. An expert assessment of four expressions of interest in the possible venture was received last month. As the next step, we shall soon decide whether any or all of the existing proposals offer a suitable basis for proceeding further.