§ Mr. David MartinTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has for the future of the Royal Navy specialised diving clearance service based in Portsmouth.
§ Mr. Kenneth CarlisleIn the light of my right hon. Friend's statement to the House on 25 July on "Options for Change", the future of the whole of the naval estate and support services, including diving services, is under consideration.
Any announcements of changes will be made when our examination is finished.