HC Deb 08 April 1982 vol 21 cc457-8W
Mr. Grylls

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if, in the light of recent developments, he will reconsider his proposals to sell HMS "Invincible" to the Australian Navy.

Mr. Pattie

No. As my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Defence said in the House yesterday—[Vol. 21, c. 1050]—HMS "Illustrious" is on sea trials and HMS "Ark Royal" is now building. Until HMS "Ark Royal" enters service HMS "Hermes" will run on.