§ Mr. Bishopasked the Minister of State for Defence what orders have now been placed for the supply of Harrier jump-jet aircraft and the value of each order; and what action is being taken with regard to further possible sales.
§ Mr. Ian GilmourIn addition to those ordered for the Royal Air Force, the United States Marine Corps has ordered 90 Harriers and has authorised the ordering of long-dated materials for another 20. The manufacturers are energetically pursuing further sales prospects with the active support of Her Majesty's Government.