§ Mr. HarveyTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what assessment he has made of the cost of maintaining the runway and airfield operation at Royal Air Force Chivenor. [22410]
§ Mr. SoamesThere is no requirement to retain the runway and airfield operation at RAF Chivenor beyond 1 October this year, although the search and rescue flight will remain within an enclave at the station.
§ Mr. HarveyTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what assessment has been made of the advantages of joint usage and funding of the airfield operation at Royal Air Force Chivenor by the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and Royal Marines. [22412]
§ Mr. SoamesNo viable options have been identified for joint usage and funding of the airfield operation.