§ Mr. Wilkinsonasked the Minister of State for Defence until what approximate dates he expects the various marks of 199W Canberra to remain in service with the Royal Air Force.
§ Mr. LambtonWe intend to withdraw the Canberras in Royal Air Force, Germany, next year and the Photographic Reconnaissance Canberras in Strike Command and the Near East Air Force on replacement by the multi-rôle combat aircraft. Canberras of differing marks will be retained for training and miscellaneous tasks for as long as they remain effective.