§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for Defence what is total estimated cost of the 15 Sea King MK 4 helicopters on order for use by the Royal Marines; and when they are expected to be in service.
§ Mr. SpeedThe first of the 15 Sea King Mk 4 helicopters for the Royal Marines entered service early in 1980, and deliveries are expected to be completed by 1983. I cannot on commercial grounds release the estimated cost of these helicopters at this stage.