§ 41. Mr. Lowasked the Minister of Defence how much it is estimated that assistance to other countries, in accordance with the North Atlantic Treaty, will cost during the next financial year; and where this sum is provided for in the Estimates.
§ Mr. ShinwellWe shall continue to make available equipment for many of the North Atlantic Treaty organisation countries, and any necessary financial provision for the manufacture of such equipment by this country is made under the appropriate sub-heads of the Votes concerned. As, however, supplies are normally on a repayment basis no net cost should fall on the United Kingdom in the next financial year.
§ Mr. LowHow much is included in the Defence Estimates for next year in respect of the original purchase of equipment which is ultimately destined for other countries?
§ Mr. ShinwellI cannot give a specific reply to that question.