§ Lord Astor of Heverasked Her Majesty's Government:
What is the regimental number of the planned commando engineer regiment; and when is its planned formation date. [HL1080]
§ Lord BachThe new regiment will be called 24 Commando Engineer Regiment.
The detailed plans for the implementation of the Future Army Structure that my right honourable friend the Secretary of State announced last year are being worked through. We envisage that the majority of changes associated with this major transformation will take place over the next five years, taking account of operational commitments and our estate strategy.