§ Mr. CousinsTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what was the size of the staff and the net cash assets or liabilities of IMS Ltd. when it was wound up; and to where those staff and assets or liabilities were transferred.
§ Mr. AitkenInternational Military Services (IMS) is a private limited company. It ceased trading in July 1991 and is in the process of being run down with the aim of going into liquidation once its obligations have been met. Information relating to the trading operations of the company is commercially confidential. The company publishes its accounts for public scrutiny in accordance with company law.
§ Mr. CousinsTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will place in the Library tables showing the size and geographical location of(a) IMS Ltd. and (b) the defence export sales organisation.
§ Mr. AitkenYes.