HC Deb 26 March 1969 vol 780 c1603
10. Mr. Judd

asked the Secretary of State for Defence when he will appoint the Chief Executive for Her Majesty's naval dockyards.

Mr. Reynolds

As soon as I am ready.

Mr. Judd

While this is certainly a move in the right direction, some people feel that it will not be enough. Will my right hon. Friend take quick action to clarify the precise rôle of civil management within the individual yards themselves?

Mr. Reynolds

While a decision in principle has been taken, as announced in the White Paper, there are still many aspects which I am considering. I should not like to go further than what I have said today. I want to make an announcement quickly and I will do so as quickly as possible.