HC Deb 25 July 1960 vol 627 c91W
74. Mr. Chetwynd

asked the Minister of Aviation whether he will make a statement on a British space research programme; and what decision has been made about the use of Blue Streak for this purpose.

77. Mr. Holt

asked the Minister of Aviation when he proposes to announce Her Majesty's Government's proposals for sponsoring a British space programme.

80. Mr. Donnelly

asked the Minister of Aviation whether he has yet reached a decision regarding the Government's space programme.

Mr. Sandys

The Government have been studying the scientific, technological, commercial and other benefits which might be derived through space research, together with the cost in money and resources.

The results of these studies are being communicated to the Australian Government, with a view to discussing with them fully all aspects of the problem. A Minister will go to Canberra for this purpose.