§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for Defence when he expects to receive the report of the working party set up to study the possible establishment of a NATO codification agency within the Air Force Department.
§ Dr. GilbertThe report of the working party is currently being considered within the Ministry of Defence. Depending on the outcome we would expect to be ready to consult the staff side about any proposals before the autumn.
§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for Defence what consultations have been undertaken with staff and trade union representatives about the rationalisation of the Defence Codification Agency; and with what result.
§ Dr. GilbertNo decisions have been made about the rationalisation of the Defence Codification Authority, but Ministry of Defence management studies into various possible options are now 379W nearing completion. Consultations with staff and trade union representatives will begin within the next few weeks.