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HANSARD Covid-19: AviationThe hon. Lady will accept that I have been engaging regularly throughout the last 10 weeks with the whole aviation sector, including BA and other organisations that have made…03 Jun 2020HANSARD Covid-19: AviationI thank the hon. Gentleman for his words, particularly in regard to our regional connectivity. Being able to continue that connectivity with Northern Ireland is a key priority,…03 Jun 2020HANSARD Covid-19: AviationThe hon. Lady knows that decarbonisation of the aviation sector is an important priority both for the Government and the sector itself. They have come together to work towards…03 Jun 2020HANSARD Covid-19: AviationI thank the hon. Gentleman for questioning me on that particular point in the Transport Committee. I very much recognise his support for his constituents. The point I will make is…03 Jun 2020HANSARDBritish AirwaysThe Department and I are working with airlines, airports and unions to understand the full impact that covid-19 is having on the sector and its workers.18 May 2020HANSARDGosport Ferry ServiceMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State, my officials and I are working with the company and the councils, alongside the extensive financial packages announced by the…18 May 2020HANSARDBritish AirwaysI understand that it is a worrying time for airline staff and their families. I have been speaking regularly with companies across the sector to encourage them to draw down on the…18 May 2020HANSARDUK Aviation SectorWe are working across Government and closely with the sector on establishing a clear vision and objectives for the recovery of the sector.18 May 2020HANSARDGosport Ferry ServiceI thank the hon. Gentleman for his question, although I missed his last point. Absolutely, the Gosport ferry provides an important service for the local community to navigate…18 May 2020HANSARDUK Aviation SectorThe aviation sector is so important for the UK economy, which is why it has been able to draw down on an unprecedented support package. The Department and I have set up a restart…18 May 2020HANSARD Surrey: M25 Noise PollutionIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship, Sir Gary. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Woking (Mr Lord) for securing this debate on an issue that I know he and his…17 Mar 2020HANSARDAirport Expansion: Paris Climate Change AgreementAs I have already outlined, the Government are, and remain, supportive of airport expansion where we are able to deliver it within our environmental obligations. I must point out…12 Mar 2020HANSARDAirport Expansion: Paris Climate Change AgreementI can understand the concerns that many hon. Members may have around the Government’s next steps. That is why we have outlined that it is currently an ongoing legal process. We…12 Mar 2020HANSARDAirport Expansion: Paris Climate Change AgreementYes.12 Mar 2020HANSARDAirport Expansion: Paris Climate Change AgreementI thank the hon. Gentleman for outlining his particular interest and his understanding of the situation within Scotland. As he will know, Sustainable Aviation has committed to…12 Mar 2020HANSARDAirport Expansion: Paris Climate Change AgreementI thank the hon. Gentleman for his question. He will know—I believe he spoke about it last week—that we will potentially see the first electric flight this year. We have invested…12 Mar 2020HANSARDNoise: Heathrow Airport Flight PathsThe Government’s airspace modernisation programme should allow aircraft to climb more quickly and descend continuously, which will have a noticeable noise reduction benefit for…12 Mar 2020HANSARDNoise: Heathrow Airport Flight PathsI thank the hon. Gentleman for his question, and I understand his concerns. Airspace modernisation is intended to reduce the amount of noise per flight for those living under…12 Mar 2020HANSARDAirports National Policy Statement ReviewThe judgment by the Court of Appeal was complex, and the Government need time to consider it carefully. My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State issued a written statement on…12 Mar 2020HANSARDAirports National Policy Statement ReviewAs my hon. Friend has outlined, just as I have a number of times today, the Court of Appeal judgment is complex. We are considering it, and we will set out our next steps in due…12 Mar 2020