HC Deb 03 November 1997 vol 300 c63W
Miss McIntosh

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions when he will announce his decision on the future of the Civil Aviation Authority; and what are his plans for its eventual privatisation. [13746]

Ms Glenda Jackson

We are considering, with colleagues, the options for the future of the National Air Traffic Services of the Civil Aviation Authority. Privatisation is one of the options under consideration. We shall announce our decision in due course.