HC Deb 22 April 1987 vol 114 cc579-80W
Mr. Madden

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received from Freight Forwarders in the Leeds-Bradford area about its proposals to introduce a system of customs clearance by direct computer link covering Leeds-Bradford airport and Leeds Containers base; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Brooke

[pursuant to his reply, 10 April 1987, c. 450]: I have received no representations from Freight Forwarders about an application for direct input facilities to the customs computer from Leeds-Bradford airport and Leeds Container base. I am aware of the application it has made, and would refer the hon. Member to my answer to the hon. Member for Leeds, Central (Mr. Fatchett) on 7 April at column 165.

Mr. O'Brien

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what representations he has received proposing the development of a customs and excise depot at the Leeds-Bradford airport.

Mr. Brooke

[pursuant to his reply, 10 April 1987, c. 450]: I have received no representations proposing the development of a customs and excise depot at Leeds-Bradford airport. Customs clearance facilities already exist at the airport. An application for direct input facilities to the customs computer from this location has been made by the Yorkshire DTI Group, and I would refer the hon. Member to my answer to the hon. Member for Leeds, Central (Mr. Fatchett) on 7 April at column 165.