HC Deb 21 February 1991 vol 186 cc248-9W
Mr. Cryer

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is the daily cost of running HMY Britannia; and how much is to be charged per day for any commercial usage.

Mr. Archie Hamilton

The daily cost of running HMY Britannia in 1990–91 is about £25,400, including an allowance for servicing work undertaken during the year. Catering and other additional expenses incurred are charged for her use on commercial activities in support of British industry.

Mr. Cryer

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on proposals to convert HMY Britannia for hospital use in the Gulf war.

Mr. Archie Hamilton

I refer the hon. Gentleman to the answer I gave on 4 February to my hon. Friend the Member for Welwyn Hatfield (Mr. Evans) at column69.