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REGIONAL AIR SERVICES

Early day motion 779, tabled 30 June 1999 by David Stewart (Labour). Signed by 112 members.

That this House recognises the importance of direct air links between regional airports and London as a vital element in an integrated transport policy; acknowledges the role of Heathrow and Gatwick as key European hub airports with unrivalled interlining capability with medium and long haul destinations; notes the relationship between strong Heathrow/regional links and tourism, inward investment, movement of cargo and efficient business communications; further notes the transfer of Heathrow slots by airline companies from domestic services to international destinations; and urges Her Majesty's Government to consider utilising the Public Service Obligations designation on key strategic routes in order to retain or enhance regional air services.

Signatures by party: Labour 71, Liberal Democrat 20, Labour/Co-operative 8, UUP 5, Plaid Cymru 3, Scottish National Party 3, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1, UKUP 1.