HC Deb 23 July 1973 vol 860 c273W
Mr. Strang

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if anyone in his Department has had discussions with British and Commonwealth Shipping Ltd. or any of its subsidiary companies on any proposals regarding a transfer of ownership of the helicopters division of BEA.

Mr. Onslow

No. The future of British helicopter services has been discussed in general terms with both the main operators.