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Written question asked by Jonathan Djanogly (Conservative) on Thursday, 23 October 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 October 2003. It was answered by Denis MacShane (Labour) on Thursday, 30 October 2003 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, if he will make a statement on investment in Basrah International Airport; and who is responsible for its (a) fabric and (b) reconstruction.
Answer

Mr. Djanogly: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on investment in Basrah International airport; and who is responsible for its (a) fabric and (b) reconstruction. [134863] Mr. MacShane: UK military forces are currently responsible for operations at Basra airport, including maintenance of essential facilities. The Iraqi Ministry of Transport and the Coalition Provisional Authority are considering reconstruction and investment.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
134863; 412 c361W;412 c369W
Session
2002-03
Subjects
Airports Iraq Reconstruction
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk