Topical question asked in the House of Commons, by Alan Reid (Liberal Democrat). It was answered on Monday, 13 July 2009 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Topical Questions
- Question
- The Government, in their disposal of the former RAF Machrihanish, have the twin aims of obtaining value for money and helping to stimulate the local economy. Can the Minister update me on progress made there? What consideration has been given to the possibility of a community buy-out?
- Answer
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As with any other surplus land belonging to the MOD, the aim is to obtain the maximum possible value for money, but, as I said when I last wrote to the hon. Gentleman, it is also important to ensure that there is a community buy-in. I shall be happy to meet him and local authorities to discuss how the disposal of the site can provide the maximum economic benefit for the local community as well.
Secondary information
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- Oral question
- Reference
- 496 c17
- Session
- 2008-09
- Oral question type
- 1st Supplementary
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Commons chamber
- Subjects
- MOD Machrihanish
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