Ships (Hansard, 10 February 1994)

HC Deb 10 February 1994 vol 237 c479W 479W

§ Mr. Boyes
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many ships are on active service.

§ Mr. Hanley
On 8 February there were 124 commissioned surface vessels and submarines in service with the Royal Navy, including those in refit. There are, however, also 21 vessels in service with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, whose supporting role is essential to the provision of the Royal Navy's overall capability.