§ Mr. HoyleTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what assessment she has made of the ability of the UK steel industry to meet the demands of the future aircraft carrier project. [87122]
§ Alan JohnsonThe UK steel industry produces a range of products for use in marine applications, including naval vessels. However the exact specification 737W of the steel required for the future aircraft carrier project is not known at present. This will be a matter for the prime contractor, when appointed.