HC Deb 15 July 1977 vol 935 c295W
Mr. McCrindie

asked the Secretary of State for Trade what is the latest position on transferring scheduled air services from Heathrow to Gatwick; what discussions he has had with the British Airports Authority on the subject; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Clinton Davis:

The new Air Services Agreement with the United States provides for a number of new services to be operated by British and American carriers from Gatwick. In addition, the discussions with overseas Governments and airlines envisaged in my reply to my hon. Friend the Member for Feltham and Heston (Mr. Kerr) on 5th April—[Vol. 929, c. 392–4]—are continuing with the close involvement of the British Airports Authority.