§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans there are to close RAF Chivenor; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. HanleyOn 7 December 1993,Official Report, column 177, I announced proposals to cease flying training at RAF Chivenor from 1 October 1994 and to place Chivenor on to a care and maintenance basis. This proposal 329W has been the subject of consultation with the trade unions and other interested parties. The consultation period has ended and I hope to be able to make an announcement shortly.