§ Mr. Onslowasked the Secretary of State for Transport what response he has received from British Airways, following the publication of his recent White Paper on "Civil Aviation Policy", concerning their proposals to help independent airlines by means of route development subsidies at regional airports; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RidleyMy Department is discussing with the Civil Aviation Authority and British Airways how services which merit support might be selected. I hope to make an announcement shortly.