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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 16 June 2026

Debate

Civil Aviation (Consumer Protection and Regulatory Reform) Bill [HL]

Contribution

However, that is not actually the case. In its latest report and accounts, its revenues were over £1 billion. The compensation for the largest failure in its history would have been £100 million—not disproportionate at all. As far as its ownership is concerned, it is different in that the Government hold a substantial minority stake, but why should that protect it from claims?

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