§ Mr. Hancockasked the Secretary of State for Defence whether a decision has been made with regard to the introduction of private contractors to miscellaneous activities in the naval aircraft support area RNAY Fleetlands.
§ Mr. Norman LamontNo.
§ Mr. Hancockasked the Secretary of State for Defence whether a decision has been reached as to the possible transfer of responsibility for mechanical handling equipment from CED to DGST (N) RNAY Fleetlands.
§ Mr. Norman LamontNo. Proposals concerning the future management responsibility for mechanical handling equipment throughout naval shore establishments have been put to the trades unions. We hope to reach decisions shortly.