§ 100. Mr. Emrys Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Defence what is his estimate of the new floating dock for Polaris submarines, the modular repair facility, and the additional cost of spare parts, respectively.
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§ Mr. MasonI cannot give details of spares holdings. I would only say that the first two items will cost about £5 million.
§ 101. Mr. Brooksasked the Secretary of State for Defence what delays have occurred in the Polaris construction programme at Cammell Laird's shipyard, Birkenhead, as a result of the current lock-out of members of the Draughtsmen's and Allied Technicians Association; and what is the approximate cost of such delays.
§ Mr. MasonThis dispute has not so far resulted in measurable delays to the Polaris programme; if it continues, the effect could become serious.