§ 51. Mr. Roseasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what was the growth in air traffic and passenger numbers at Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Manchester airports, respectively, between 1967 and 1971, inclusive.
§ Mr. Tom BoardmanAir traffic and passenger numbers at Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton and Manchester airports have grown between 1967 and 1971 as follows:
decision of the airlines. Their proposals are, in the case of British operators, subject to the grant of a licence by the Civil Aviation Authority and, in the case of foreign operators, to their having appropriate operating rights. The Policy Guidance which my right hon. Friend gave the authority requires it to take account of the contribution which international and domestic air services may make to regional economic and social development.