§ Mr. FatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what was the defence expenditure in each year since 1985; and if he will specify the deflator to be applied to plans up to 1997–98. [23516]
§ Mr. SoamesThe information requested is set out in the statistical supplement to the "Financial Statement and Budget Report", 1995–96, Cm 2821, tables 3.2 and 1.1.