Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what criteria he used in selecting members of the Independent Commission on Civil Aviation Noise.

The criteria used in selecting individuals for appointment to the Independent Commission on Civil Aviation Noise were a demonstration of knowledge of issues pertaining to aviation, noise and the aerospace industry; proven ability to demonstrate to all stakeholders that they are capable of independence; a track record of achieving results and providing strategic vision to lead a high-profile public organisation; and to maintain a commitment to high ethical standards of integrity and honesty – in accordance with the values of Nolan’s Seven Principles of Public Life.