§ Mr. Bernie GrantTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence in what ways armed forces personnel are used to help arms manufacturers sell their goods abroad or at arms fairs; what is the cost to the Exchequer; whether manufacturers or sellers make any contribution towards these costs; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Alan ClarkArmed forces personnel provide assistance to the United Kingdom defence industry in a wide variety of ways, the costs of which, in general, fall either to the relevant companies or to the purchasing nations.