§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Defence what savings he expects to make from the sale of HMS "Invincible"; and what would be the running costs if she were kept in service over the next five years.
§ Mr. Blaker£175 million would be saved on the defence budget from the receipts accruing if HMS "Invincible" were sold. Her running costs are up to £25 million per year.