§ Mr. LlwydTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what discussions he has had with the Spanish authorities concerning the establishment of a multinational training facility for Eurofighter crews in Spain. [37541]
§ Mr. SoamesDiscussions between the Eurofighter 2000 partner nations about the provision of training facilities are at an early stage. The possibility of a multinational aircrew training facility located in one of the partner countries is one of a number of questions which are being considered.
§ Dr. David ClarkTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is his Department's policy concerning the Eurofighter 2000; and if he will make a statement. [37784]
Mr. ArburthnotMy Department remains fully committed to the development of the Eurofighter 2000 which it expects to provide the cornerstone of the RAF's future front-line capability.