HC Deb 31 October 1983 vol 47 c303W
Mr. Dalyell

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on his plans for the future of the destroyer HMS Antrim.

Mr. Lee

HMS Antrim is planned to be withdrawn from the active fleet during 1984. The Chilean Navy have expressed an interest in purchasing this ship. Although negotiatons are continuing, no sale has yet been concluded.