§ 36. Mr. Juddasked the Minister of Aviation Supply whether he will make a statement on the supply of parts from Great Britain for incorporation in PUMA SA.330 helicopters used by the Portuguese Army, with particular reference to their operation in the Portuguese colonial wars in Africa.
§ Mr. Ian GilmourI have been asked to reply. Only 20 per cent. of the Puma helicopter is produced in this country. The French are responsible for manufacture and export sales of the helicopter and the sale to Portugal was not subject to the prior approval of Her Majesty's Government. The order has now been completed.