Written question asked by Nicholas Brown (Labour) on Tuesday, 19 July 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 21 July 2005. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Monday, 12 September 2005 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Swan Hunter

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what future naval shipbuilding work he has identified as being suitable for Swan Hunter shipyard to tender for; and what the timetable is for that work.

Answer: As you are aware, we announced on 30 January 2003, Official Report, columns 1027–42, that Swan Hunter is one of the four shipyards identified that, subject to value for money considerations, could potentially participate in building the future carrier. The ship building strategy will be confirmed following the main investment decision, which will be taken when we are confident that we have sufficient understanding of the cost, scheduling and risks involved.

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