§ Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry by what date he expects to have come to a decision about the use of the British European Airways helicopters stationed at Dyce and Lowestoft for air-sea rescue, as suggested by the hon. Member for Aberdeen, South; and if he will make a statement about current or recent discussions between British European Airways, any other relevant authorities and his Department on this subject.
§ Mr. Anthony GrantDiscussions are continuing. I hope shortly to be able to make a statement about the use of the helicopters in marine search and rescue.