Written question asked by John Marek (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 May 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 11 May 2001. It was answered by Clare Short (Labour) on Friday, 11 May 2001 on behalf of the Department for International Development.

Dept for International Development

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for International Development, if she will make it her policy to ensure an air strip is available in St Helena (a) at the same time and (b) before one becomes available at Pitcairn.

Answer: Dr. Marek: To ask the Secretary of State for International Development if she will make it her policy to ensure an air strip is available in St Helena (a) at the same time and (b) before one becomes available at Pitcairn. [160859] Clare Short: We are currently waiting for the results of a Comparative Study of Air and Sea Access to identify the least cost solution to St. Helena's future international passenger and cargo transport needs. The final report is expected shortly and its recommendations will then need to be discussed with the St. Helena Government. The results of that study cannot be prejudiced and no presumption can be made that it will lead to support being offered for the provision of an airfield.

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