HC Deb 26 November 1993 vol 233 cc237-8W
Dr. David Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence whether he intends to continue placing orders with(a) Fratelli Borletti, (b) Gebruder Junghans and (c) AS Raufoss; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Aitken

We will not be placing new contracts with these three firms until all the facts relating to the recent conviction of Gordon Foxley have been fully investigated.

Dr. David Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what discussions he has had with the directors of(a) Fratelli Borletti, (b) Gebruder Junghans and (c) AS Raufoss; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Aitken

We will not be placing new contracts with these three firms until all the facts relating to the recent conviction of Gordon Foxley have been fully investigated.

Dr. David Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what discussions he has had with the directors of(a)Fratelli Borletti,(b)Gebruder Junghans and (c)As Raufoss; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Aitken

My right hon.and learned Friend has had no such discussions.

Mr. Gordon Foxley

Dr. David Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what were the duties and responsibilities of Mr. Gorden Foxley when he was employed by the Ministry of Defence; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Aitken

I will write to the hon. Gentleman.

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