HC Deb 16 January 1987 vol 108 cc327-8W
Mr. Hancock

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what are the costs of the building works for the new swimming pool in Portsmouth for the Royal Navy.

Mr. Freeman

The new swimming pool for the Royal Navy at Portsmouth is being provided at a cost of £450,000.

Mr. Hancock

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if any of the sport facilities in his Department's ownership are available for community use in Portsmouth.

Mr. Freeman

There is extensive community use of Ministry of Defence indoor and outdoor sports facilities in Portsmouth.

Mr. Hancock

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what is the future of the swimming baths at Pitt Street, Portsmouth, which are owned by the Royal Navy.

Mr. Freeman

Consideration is being given to the future of the swimming baths at Pitt Street, Portsmouth when the new swimming pool in HMS Temeraire comes into use.