§ Mr. Berminghamasked the Secretary of State for Transport what is the status and remit of the technology and manning strategic planning committee, what are his intentions regarding its function; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David MitchellA strategic policy committee has been established under the aegis of the Merchant Navy training board to develop new training and certification arrangements tailored to the industry's needs in the light of the technology and manning for safe operation research report.
This committee comprises representatives from all sectors of the industry in order that the views of all concerned may be taken into account.