§ Mr. Johnasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will list the economic and other advantages of Concorde which he and his departmental Ministers are urging in their promotional discussions with other Governments or individuals.
§ Mr. Michael HeseltineSales are BAC's responsibility but the advantages are the more rapid flow of commerce, and closer relations between countries through faster travel; improved competitiveness for the air lines which possess Concorde, and the special benefits to this country in employment, technological advance and the forging of closer industrial links with Europe.