HC Deb 29 April 1963 vol 676 cc75-6W
85. Mr. Dodds

asked the Secretary of State for War how many fork-lift trucks have been purchased since 1st January, 1962; if requirements were put out to tender with British firms; how many trucks were purchased in the United States of America; and if he will give the order and delivery dates.

Mr. Profumo

177 fork-lift trucks have been bought since 1st January, 1962. 110 of these were put out to tender and purchased from British firms. 67 were of United States origin but were assembled

to be in a position to write to the right hon. Member in the near future.