HC Deb 16 January 1989 vol 145 c99W
95. Mr. Favell

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make a statement on the progress of negotiations for increased air services between Manchester and New York.

Mr. Peter Bottomley

At the most recent negotiations on greater access for United States carriers to serve Manchester airport, held in London between 4 and 6 January 1989, the two sides could not reach a mutually acceptable conclusion.

The Government recognise the importance of these additional services into Manchester airport and are therefore seeking further discussions.