HC Deb 29 April 1987 vol 115 cc137-8W
38. Mr. Ernie Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on Government support for Airbus.

Mr. Pattie

Discussions with British Aerospace about its combined application for launch aid in respect of the Airbus A330 and A340 projects are continuing. We aim to reach a decision as soon as possible and an announcement to the House will be made thereafter.