§ Mr. Ian MacArthurasked the Minister of Aviation what improved facilities at Turnhouse Airport, Edinburgh, justified an increase of 150 per cent. from 3s. to 7s. 6d., in the daily charge for open air car parking from 1st April, 1965; why he authorised such an increase in the charge; and if he is satisfied that this increase is in keeping with Her Majesty's Government's prices and incomes policy.
§ Mr. StonehouseThese charges were raised to limit the demand for the restricted parking space available at Turnhouse. Without such an increase in charges congestion would have upset the working of the airport.
§ Mr. Ian MacArthurasked the Minister of Aviation what increases he has authorised since 1st January 1965 in the daily charges for open air car parking at the principal airports.
§ Mr. StonehouseSince 1st January, 1965, the daily charges for open air car parking have been increased at the following state-owned airports:—