HC Deb 26 March 1973 vol 853 cc213-4W
38. Mr. Michael McNair-Wilson

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what decision he has now reached on assisting Short Brothers and Harland with the full development and production of the 30-seater Skyvan for which preliminary work was sanctioned in August 1972.

Mr. Onslow

Shorts has submitted detailed proposals for this aircraft to my right hon. Friend, who has them under active consideration. A decision will be announced as soon as possible.