Civil Aviation Bill

The hon. Gentleman makes a fair point and I am sure that this issue will form a significant part of our discussions in Committee. Clause 84(2) says that the CAA"““may publish guidance and advice with a view to reducing, controlling or mitigating the adverse environmental effects of civil aviation in the UK.””" I think the wording could be stronger and say that it ““must”” do so and, hopefully, take that further. Aviation accounts for a significant and growing proportion of our carbon emissions and it also has a significant noise impact, which we must take into account. The body that regulates aviation must have regard to these facts and bear some responsibility.