HC Deb 12 May 2004 vol 421 cc329-30W
Mr. Hoyle

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will hold discussions with Leyland Trucks on the contract for the supply of the Support Vehicle. [172073]

Mr. Ingram

Leyland Trucks withdrew from the competition for the supply of the Support Vehicle in June 2002. This competition is now at an advanced stage and it would be inappropriate to invite their further interest. We are confident that the existing competition, involving four bidders, will deliver an operationally effective, value for money solution.