HC Deb 17 January 1968 vol 756 cc581-2W
Mrs. Ewing

asked the President of the Board of Trade (1) what plans he has to safeguard and develop the position of Prestwick Airport as an international airport; and if he will now make a statement;

(2) if he will give guidance regarding the clarification of the respective roles of Prestwick and Glasgow Airports by the end of February, 1968.

Mr. J. P. W. Mallalieu:

With the agreement of the Secretary of State for Scotland, my right hon. Friend hopes to make a statement shortly giving the Government's views both on the future of Prestwick Airport and on the respective roles of Prestwick and Glasgow (Abbotsinch). The responsibility for the development of Prestwick rests with the British Airports Authority.