§ Dr. Lynne JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his answer of 22 March 2000,Official Report, column 566W, when he expects the Defence Diversification Council to be established; and if he will make a statement on the reasons for the delay. [122233]
§ Mr. KeyTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence when he will set up the Defence Diversification Council; and if he will make a statement. [122128]
§ Dr. MoonieWe are currently examining the implications of the DERA Public/Private Partnership proposals for the work that is now being undertaken by the Defence Diversification Agency. Once that examination has been completed, we shall announce our proposals for the future of the Agency, including the arrangements for the establishment of the Defence Diversification Council.