§ 53. Mr. Biggs-Davisonasked the Secretary of State for Defence what has been the cost to public funds of medical treatment given to personnel of the Beira patrol in Beira.
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§ Dr. David OwenDetailed records of medical expenditure in Beira are not readily available. Disproportionate effort and expense would be required to obtain the information requested.
§ 67. Mr. Wingfield Digbyasked the Secretary of State for Defence what is the present strength of the Beira patrol; and on what port it is proposed to base it in the 1970s.
§ Dr. David OwenThe Beira patrol at present consists of two frigates or destroyers and one Royal Fleet Auxiliary tanker, with air reconnaissance. The ships are not based on any port in the area but are supported by ships of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary Service.