§ Mr. WigleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what plans he has to review fire safety arrangements in areas with(a) regional airports and (b) major chemical works; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. NorrisThe responsibility for the safety regulation of United Kingdom civil aviation, including the operational safety of airports rests with the Civil Aviation Authority. Airports operate under the terms of the Air Navigation Order 1989. Detailed guidance for aerodrome licence holders are given in CAA document CAP168— "Licensing of Aerodromes".
There are no plans to revise the current regulations but the authority is always willing to consider amendments to its instructions for regional airports in order to ensure the safety of aircraft operations is maintained.
The arrangements for areas with major chemical works is a matter for the Health and Safety Executive.