Question reference: S1W-00667
- Asked by: Murray Tosh, MSP for South of Scotland, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
- Date lodged: 22 July 1999
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Current status: Answered by Sarah Boyack on 10 August 1999
Question
To ask the Scottish Executive further to the answer to question S1W-342 by Sarah Boyack on 21 July 1999, what representations has it made, or intends to make to Her Majesty's Government in advance of its anticipated decision on "fifth freedom" rights.
Answer
The UK Government have been kept fully aware of the Scottish Executive's recognition of the potential benefits to the Scottish economy which could arise through the further liberalisation of airfreight services. They are also aware that we are keen to ensure that economic development generally and inward investment are not disadvantaged by unnecessary restrictions on air services.