HC Deb 29 June 1999 vol 334 c120W
15. Mr. David Stewart

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the future of Scottish air links with Heathrow. [87528]

Mr. Macdonald

The Government recognise the need for good air links between Scottish airports and London airports, and we shall press the case for maintaining access for regional services in any revision of the EU regime. My right hon. Friend the Minister for Transport recently met a delegation from the Highlands to discuss their wish for an Inverness/Heathrow service. The Government are giving this further consideration.