HC Deb 07 February 1992 vol 203 cc331-2W
Mr. O'Neill

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his answer of 31, January,Official Report, column 729, when the investigations into the consolidation of Royal Air Force logistic support began; when they will be completed; what strategic assessments have been made as part of these investigations; what consulations he has had with his NATO counterparts regarding these investigations; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Kenneth Carlisle

The investigations began following consideration of the PROSPECT study of the reorganisation of MOD headquarters in March 1991. Studies on the future organisation of RAF logistics support are expected to be completed by the summer. The relevant strategic assessments are those underpinning Britain's defence for the 1990s. Within NATO, logistics is a national responsibility and formal consultation with the Alliance is not necessary. We have given a firm undertaking to consult the trade unions and local MPs before decisions are taken.