§ Mr. RuffleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make a statement on the work of the Aviation Health Unit. [187190]
§ Mr. McNultyThe Aviation Health Unit was established in December 2003 primarily to provide advice to the UK Government and others on aviation health issues. It also investigates potential new aviation health concerns; reviews research and other information on aviation health; and liaises with the aviation industry and relevant organisations throughout the world. The Department is funding the unit until legislation can be enacted to allow the CAA to meet the costs of the unit from the charges it levies on airlines.