§ Mr. FatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what undertakings have been given by his Department regarding future liability for environmental pollution at Portland naval base; and if he will make a statement. [32956]
§ Mr. SoamesNo undertakings regarding future liability for environmental pollution of Her Majesty's naval base Portland have been given by my Department.
§ Mr. FatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if a clause has been inserted in the sale contract for Portland naval base allowing his Department to obtain a share of any future development gain; and if he will make a statement. [32957]
§ Mr. SoamesA clause has been inserted in the sale contract to protect the interests of my Department and the taxpayer against any future development gains.