HC Deb 22 December 1983 vol 51 c422W
Mr. Dalyell

asked 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. Pattie

Yes, where practicable.

Mr. Dalyell

asked 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. Pattie

It 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.