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Written question asked by Sadik Al-Hassan (Labour) on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 7 May 2025 (named day). It was answered by Mike Kane (Labour) on Wednesday, 7 May 2025 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Cardiff Airport: Finance

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with her counterparts in the Welsh Government on the potential impact of the £205 million subsidy for Cardiff Airport on the competitiveness of (a) Bristol Airport and (b) other nearby airports.

Answer

As aviation is devolved, decisions regarding any subsidies made to Cardiff Airport is a matter for the Welsh Government. While the Secretary of State has not had any conversations with counterparts in the Welsh Government, officials continue to engage the Welsh Government and nearby airports to understand the potential impacts.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
49663
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Competition Finance Cardiff Airport
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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