§ Mr. Onslowasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what subsidy is paid from public funds to Burnthill Helicopters in respect of its Glasgow-Fort William service, and why.
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§ Mr. RifkindMy right hon. Friend gives no assistance to the company. I understand that in the present calendar year the Highlands and Islands Development Board is paying grant amounting to£12,000 and Highland regional council and Lochaber district council are together contributing a similar amount. I understand that the purpose of these grants was to assist this experimental service in the early stages of its operation.