HC Deb 09 November 1972 vol 845 cc235-6W
Mr. Clinton Davis

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he is satisfied with measures being taken at airports in Great Britain to prevent possible hijacking of aircraft; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Michael Heseltine

There is close liaison between the Government and airlines which have been advised to maintain stringent security measures to combat hijacking and other acts of violence. The Government are meeting the costs of British and overseas airlines in searching their passengers and baggage at our airports and have recently completed com-

Mr. Onslow

This is a matter for the Civil Aviation Authority.