HC Deb 05 March 1968 vol 760 cc50-1W
Mr. Goodhew

asked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs what effect the air restrictions imposed by Spain on access to Gibraltar's airfield are having on the flow of tourism to Gibraltar.

Mr. George Thomas

The air restrictions imposed by the Spanish Government came into effect in May, 1967. There was a reduction of approximately 6 per cent. in total air traffic to Gibraltar in 1967 compared with 1966. It is difficult to say to what extent this was due to the Spanish restrictions, as a number of factors may have contributed. Bookings for 1968 suggest that the increased flow discernible in recent months will be maintained.