§ Mr. SwayneTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many budget holders have not received budgets for the 2002–03 financial year which take full account of the costs of Pay 2000; and if overspend on this item will be an allowable expense. [36844]
§ Mr. IngramBudgets for the 2002–03 financial year have not yet been finalised. When they are, they will take full account of all aspects of pay costs.