HC Deb 23 June 1981 vol 7 c78W
18. Sir David Price

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what consideration he is giving in his current review of the United Kingdom's future defence needs to the innovative role of defence purchasing upon British industry.

Mr. Pattie

Industrial and technological considerations are and will continue to be taken into account, along with all other relevant factors, in seeking to obtain the best defence attainable within the means available.