§ Mr. Grimondasked the Secretary of State for Defence what anti-pollution devices will be carried by the vessels to be built for the protection of oil platforms.
§ Mr. William RodgersNo final decisions have yet been taken on the exact capabilities to be provided, but the possibility of installing anti-pollution devices is being closely considered.
§ Mr. Grimondasked the Secretary of State for Defence what is the estimated cost of each of the vessels to be built for the protection of oil platforms.
§ Mr. William RodgersIt would be prejudicial to our current negotiations with potential contractors if estimated costs were to be given at this stage.