§ Mr. FoulkesTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what representations he has received about sales of the Rayo rocket system developed by Royal Ordnance; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. AitkenI have received a number of representations on this matter. Royal Ordnance's participation in the RAYO project continues to be subject to very careful scrutiny under the normal export licensing disciplines.
§ Mr. FoulkesTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence at what defence research agency establishment the Rayo multiple launch rocket system has been tested.
§ Mr. AitkenFor reasons of commercial confidentiality we do not release details of tests by manufacturers at MOD ranges.