HC Deb 03 November 1998 vol 318 c446W
Mr. Baker

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is the cost of the refurbishment of the Priory at the Defence Intelligence and Security Centre at Chicksands; and if his Department has borne this cost. [57314]

Mr. Doug Henderson

The Defence Intelligence and Security Centre (DISC) is based at Chicksands. The cost of refurbishing the Priory Officers' Mess at DISC is currently forecast at £4.731 million, and is being met by my Department.

Mr. Baker

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many American visiting forces are based at the Defence Intelligence and Security Centre at Chicksands; and for what purpose. [57315]

Mr. Doug Henderson

There are 10 US personnel attached to the Defence Intelligence and Security Centre at Chicksands to support training and exercises, particularly where there is a mutual US/UK interest. Some may deploy on operations where there is a combined national interest, subject to approval from the respective governments.