Tuesday 5th November 2024

(2 days, 5 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Mike Kane Portrait Mike Kane
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That is a good question, but I would do that automatically, and I extend that to the other parts of our great nation where the public service obligation applies. Let us not forget City of Derry airport, which is vital for the economy of the north-west in that fantastic part of our nation.

Gregory Campbell Portrait Mr Gregory Campbell (East Londonderry) (DUP)
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Everyone understands that there are cancellations due to weather and other issues beyond the control of airlines, but will the Minister meet the likes of BA to ensure that it understands the need for reliability, and for information to be given to customers as quickly and promptly as possible, so that they can take steps to make alternative arrangements if possible?

Mike Kane Portrait Mike Kane
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I thank the hon. Member for his question. I recently met the chief executive of British Airways and raised regional connectivity.