§ Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what discussions he is having with British European Airways about the use of its helicopters stationed at Dyce in future for mountain rescue operations, and whether his Department will reimburse it for expenses incurred in such operations; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Anthony GrantI am not engaged currently in any such discussions but I 15W am willing to consider the implications of the wider use of helicopters.