§ Mr. Onslowasked the Minister of Technology whether he will purchase for evaluation by the services a supply of the expendable/optionally re-usable parachutes recently demonstrated to officials of his Department.
§ Mr. J. P. W. MallalieuOfficials are in close touch with the manufacturer about these parachutes and a demonstration was given to the Services on 14th November. Further discussions are now taking place between the two Departments.