HC Deb 21 March 2000 vol 346 c491W
Mr. Hancock

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans his Department has for the use of HMS Birmingham; and if he will make a statement. [114767]

Dr. Moonie

HMS Birmingham is no longer operational and is currently awaiting disposal.

Mr. Hancock

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans there are to fit further Royal Navy ships with Sonar 2087; and if he will make a statement. [114803]

Dr. Moonie

We plan to fit Sonar 2087 to all Type 23 frigates. In the longer term it might also be a contender for fitment to the Future Surface Combatant.