§ Mr. Berminghamasked the Secretary of State for Transport what is the outcome of his consideration of how best to progress the research effort on roll-on roll-off survivability for which he made £1 million available for further work; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David MitchellA steering committee of experienced professionals of appropriate backgrounds and interests has been formed to assist and advise the Department in the management of this research programme. The first meeting of this committee was held on 30 October and a further meeting has been arranged.