HC Deb 05 July 1982 vol 27 c38W
Mr. W. E. Garrett

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he has any plans to place further contracts for the construction of naval vessels with river Tyne shipyards.

Mr. Pattie

There are no firms plans for early orders but shipyards on the Tyne will continue to be borne in mind for appropriate Royal Navy work. The excellent performance of Swan Hunter in the preparation of HMS "Illustrious" will certainly be a factor to be taken into account when future orders are considered.

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