§ Mr. FatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will list the independent reviews of his Department's work carried out over the last five years, stating(a) the date, (b) the subject, (c) the organisation or individuals who carried out the review, (d) the cost and (e) whether the report is classified or can be placed in the Library. [17656]
§ Mr. SoamesBudget-holders throughout the Ministry of Defence have delegated authority to engage external advisors, on a paid consultancy basis or otherwise, to conduct independent reviews of aspects of the Department's work. Information on such studies is not collected centrally, and the details requested could be provided only at disproportionate cost.
In addition, the National Audit Office carries out value for money studies of the Ministry of Defence's work as part of its statutory duties. Reports that have been published by the NAO are available in the Library of the House.