HC Deb 02 February 2004 vol 417 c751W
Dr. Julian Lewis

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what delays have occurred in the construction of RFA Largs Bay; and if he will make a statement [150864]

Mr. Ingram

Delays to the construction of RFA Largs Bay have resulted from engineering and design issues, leading to a need for some rework. The ship is currently scheduled to enter service in late 2005.