§ Mr. FoulkesTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is the annual cost of HMS Endurance; what discussions he has had about retaining its presence in the South Atlantic; what decision he has made; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonThe approximate annual running costs of HMS Endurance are £2.4 million, excluding maintenance and refit. Her future programme is under consideration, but no decision has yet been taken.