§ Dr. TongeTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what discussions he has had with BAA concerning the effect of a fifth terminal at Heathrow on his carbon dioxide emission reduction target. [127897]
§ Mr. Mullin[holding answer 28 June 2000]None. It would not be appropriate to hold such discussions because the planning application for a fifth terminal was the subject of a Public Inquiry and the Secretary of State awaits the Inspector's report. Carbon dioxide issues were considered during the Inquiry and he will take these into account as part of the decision making process.