Civil Aviation Bill

It has been a mistake to believe that we could stay at the forefront of the aviation industry and say that Heathrow did not need a third runway. I have always been very clear about that. I agreed with my hon. Friend’s analysis previously. My understanding of BAA’s position is that it has left it up to the Government to say where the extra runways should go. I am getting off the point—I shall get back on to it—but that is an argument for breaking up BAA, and I know that you will not let me go down that path, Mr. Deputy Speaker.