HC Deb 07 February 1978 vol 943 cc515-6W
Mr. Banks

asked the Secretary of State for Defence whether he intends to place orders for hovercraft for service in the Royal Navy; and if he will make a statement.

Dr. Gilbert

We are continuing to study potential uses for hovercraft by the Royal Navy, particularly as a mine counter-measures vessel, in the light of the extensive trials we have conducted and the availability of equipment to suit it for this role.