Debates between Lord McLoughlin and Bridget Phillipson during the 2015-2017 Parliament

Davies Commission Report

Debate between Lord McLoughlin and Bridget Phillipson
Wednesday 1st July 2015

(9 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lord McLoughlin Portrait Mr McLoughlin
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I certainly will congratulate that airport, and I hope to be part of the celebrations for that new service this weekend.

Bridget Phillipson Portrait Bridget Phillipson (Houghton and Sunderland South) (Lab)
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The North East chamber of commerce, Newcastle airport and businesses across the region have made it clear that Heathrow represents the best option for the north-east economy, for jobs and for growth. May I urge the Secretary of State to take into account when reaching this decision the impact on the north-east economy and other regional economies?

Lord McLoughlin Portrait Mr McLoughlin
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The answer to the hon. Lady’s question is that we will take those things into consideration in reaching our conclusions.