§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Minister of State for Defence what forces he estimates will be required to handle the protection of the North Sea oil rigs.
§ Mr. BuckAdequate forces exist for their protection, but I am keeping the situation under constant review in consultation with the other Government Departments concerned.
§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Minister of State for Defence what consideration he has given to the proposal of Professor John Erickson, details of which are in his possession, that the North Sea Environmental Command be established.
§ Mr. BuckI have already written to the hon. Member. We have not yet received Professor Erickson's suggestions.