§ Dr. David ClarkTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what reforms his Department has adopted following the Gordon Foxley case.
§ Mr. FreemanOur investigations into the Gordon Foxley case continue. It is, however, already apparent that 311W a number of changes in practice, in areas such as competition and contracting procedures, made since the period in which Foxley was active had reduced the risk of a recurrence. We have also taken steps to reduce the time for which individuals serve in commercially sensitive posts. Further changes will be considered in the light of the progress of our investigation.
§ Dr. David ClarkTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what conclusions his Department has drawn from the Gordon Foxley case.
§ Mr. FreemanI refer the hon. Member to my reply to the hon. Member for Rossendale and Darwen (Ms Anderson) of 23 November,Official Report, column 146–47.