asked the Minister for Transport and Power if any developments have taken place since November, 1966, concerning the employment by the British and Irish Steampacket Company of hovercraft and hydrofoil vessels; and if he will make a statement on the present position regarding this matter.
Written Answers. - Hovercraft and Hydrofoil Vessels.
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The company are keeping hovercraft and hydrofoil developments under review. The current assessment of the company is that development of these craft in relation to their operations is unlikely to reach practical form for some years to come.