§ Mr Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Defence when he intends to make a decision about orders for two type 22 Broadsword class frigates.
§ Mr. LeeA decision on the placing of orders for a further two type 22 frigates will be taken as soon as possible.
§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Defence what is the latest cost estimate of a type 22 frigate, with stores, spare parts and ammunition.
§ Mr. LeeThe average cost of a batch III type 22 frigate is currently estimated at about £140 million at 1984–85 prices. The cost of embarked helicopters, the first outfit of stores, spare parts and ammunition are estimated at about £18 million at the same price level.