§ Mr. Henigasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether Her Majesty's Government will assist the Government of Bahrain in developing Bahrain Airport; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Goronwy RobertsFollowing discussions with the Bahrain Government Her Majesty's Government have agreed to make a grant of £1,025,000 to Bahrain as a contribution towards the the cost of an extension to the airport runway and associated works. Expenditure will be spread over the next three years. The Board of Trade are responsible for the operation of Bahrain airport under an agreement with the Ruler. It has been agreed with the Bahrain Government that the Ministry of Public Buildings and Works will act as consultants for the works and that the maximum use will be made of British contracting and supply resources. Neces- 175W sary estimate provision will be made in due course.