§ Dr. David ClarkTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement concerning the NATO air command and control system program. [14273]
§ Mr. ArbuthnotThe ACCS programme will provide NATO with a fully integrated air command and control system covering the NATO Europe area and including a deployable capability. The procurement specification for the first phase of the system is being prepared. British industry has been fully informed of progress with the programme and will be invited to bid for a share of the work.