§ Mr. Eldon Griffithsasked the Secretary of State for Defence what representations or other reports he has received in the past six months about the standards of operational readiness of British-built Harrier aircraft now in service with the United States Marines; and what arrangements he is making to ensure that aircraft of this type now in use by British and United States forces are provided with an adequate supply of spare parts and facilities for speedy repair.
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§ Dr. GilbertNone.
Although the Ministry of Defence has taken a close interest in the supply of Harriers to the US Marine Corps, the US Government places orders for spares and repairs direct with the United Kingdom companies concerned.
The provision of spares and repair facilities for the RAF's Harrier force remains satisfactory.