Sir Tristram (Hansard, 30 March 1983)

HC Deb 30 March 1983 vol 40 cc192-3W 193W

§ Mr. Dalyell
asked the Secretary of State for Defence why the Sir Tristram is to be moved from Stanley harbour.

§ Mr. Wiggin
In order to avoid causing unnecessary distress to the next of kin during their visit to Port Stanley on 12 April.

§ Mr. Dalyell
asked the Secretary of State for Defence where the Sir Tristram is to be towed.

§ Mr. Wiggin
RFA Sir Tristram will be moved initially to Port William, the outer harbour at Stanley. She will leave for the United Kingdom around the end of April after the necessary preparations have been made.