Mr Oakervee is trying to ensure that he works consensually with the panel to ensure that they reach a single report.

In an attempt to seek some degree of agreement with the right hon.

I have no doubt that Mr Oakervee is watching proceedings here carefully this morning to hear what colleagues have to say.

The airports national policy includes a requirement that any developers should demonstrate that their scheme is cost-efficient and sustai

I have not received the said report, but I am happy to clarify the point and I withdraw the exact comment.

The Prime Minister pledged in July to fund a new route between Leeds and Manchester.

I understand the intense interest that there will be across the House in this issue.

My Department and the Civil Aviation Authority have conducted assurance work on the financing and affordability of expansion proposals.

I am happy to meet the hon. Gentleman. I am very interested and cannot wait.

I am disappointed to hear what my right hon. Friend has to say and I am more than happy to meet him to obtain further details.