§ Mr. SternTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster when his Department expects to make an announcement about Rolls-Royce's launch aid applications.
§ Mr. AtkinsAfter extensive discussions with my Department Rolls-Royce has decided to withdraw its application for launch aid for the development of the RB211–524J and 524L engines. The company considers that it will be able to finance the development from its own financial resources and from contributions from risk and revenue sharing partners. I wish the company every success with the launch of these engines.