§ Sir Patrick Wallasked the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has for fitting lightweight vertical launch Sea Wolf to the Invincible class.
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§ Mr. LeeWe are examining the options for improving the air defence capability of a number of RN ships, including the Invincible class, but no decisions have yet been taken.
§ Sir Patrick Wallasked the Secretary of State for Defence when he proposes to order containerised Sea Wolf for Her Majesty's or merchant ships.
§ Mr. LeeWe have no plans at present to order containerised Sea Wolf for any RN or merchant ships. However, we are examining options for improving the air defence capability of merchant ships taken up from trade but it will be some time before any decision is reached.