§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Defence whether it is his policy for all ships to be used in Falklands work to be manned by British nationals.
§ Mr. PattieYes, where practicable.
§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his answer on Friday 9 December, Official Report, c. 270, when he expects to sign the contract of sale for the purchase price of the land on which the new Falklands airport is being built.
§ Mr. PattieIt is hoped that the contract for sale will be available for signature by a representative of the Falkland Islands Government on behalf of the Crown in the next few weeks.