HC Deb 07 February 1968 vol 758 cc140-1W
Mr. Judd

asked the President of the Board of Trade what discussions he has had with the Portsmouth City Council about the future of Portsmouth Airport; and whether he will make a statement with special reference to existing plans for the development of South Hampshire as a whole.

Mr. J. P. W. Mallalieu:

The Portsmouth City Council have discussed with the Board of Trade a proposal to construct a new concrete runway at the airport but have decided not to proceed with this project. Local authorities are in touch with the Board of Trade about airport developments in South Hampshire and I hope that they will undertake a regional survey.