§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received from the directors of Silentnight Beds concerning rollout mattresses for military use.
§ Sir George YoungIn February 1985, Silentnight was invited by the Ministry of Defence and the Crown Suppliers jointly to demonstrate a rollout mattress.
§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether Silentnight Beds is involved in research work for his Department; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir George YoungAlthough Silentnight was informed that additional development work would be necessary before the rollout mattress could be considered for purchase, I am not aware that it is undertaking any research work at present for either the Department of the Environment or for the Ministry of Defence.
§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what contracts have been awarded to Silentnight Beds by his Department.
§ Sir George YoungNo record exists of any contracts having been awarded to Silentnight by the Department of the Environment.
§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for the Environment which companies have been involved in research work for his Department into rollout mattresses.
§ Sir George YoungNone.