British Airways (Hansard, 8 November 1982)

HC Deb 08 November 1982 vol 31 c22W 22W

§ 38. Mr. Dobson
asked the Minister for Trade if he will make a statement of the proposed sale of shares in British Airways.

§ Mr. Sproat
It remains the Government's firm intention to sell a substantial stake in British Airways to the private sector as soon as practicable.

§ Mr. Dubs
asked the Minister for Trade if he intends to bring forward proposals for providing public funds for reducing the debts of British Airways.

§ Mr. Sproat
The Government are considering British Airways' proposals for a reconstruction of the airline's capital and debt structure.