§ Mr. Teddy Taylorasked the Secretary of State for Defence what progress has been made in the preparations for contracting out certain services at the defence establishment in Shoeburyness; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LeeInvitations to tender are being prepared for contractor operation of stores and transport, range services and some administrative functions at the proof and experimental establishment, Shoeburyness. It is intended to invite tenders early in the new year, with a view to implementation on 1 April 1986.