§ Mr. Adleyasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry by what percentage aircraft movements increased in 1972 over 1971, at the following airports, namely, London (Heathrow), London (Gatwick), Bristol (Lulsgate), Birmingham (Elmdon), Manchester (Ringway), Gloucester (Staverton) and Cardiff (Rhoose).
§ Mr. OnslowFollowing is the information:—
ANNUAL PERCENTAGE INCREASES OR DECREASES IN AIR TRANSPORT MOVEMENTS IN 1972 COMPARED WITH 1971 Per cent. London (Heathrow) … … +2.9 London (Gatwick) … … +14.4 Bristol (Lulsgate) … … +5.18* Birmingham … … +6.11* Manchester … … +10.34* Gloucester (Staverton) … … -15.29* Glamorgan (Rhoose) … … +1.08* * Figures for year ended 30th September 1972 compared with year ended 30th September 1971.