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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Julian Huppert (Liberal Democrat). It was answered by Liam Fox (Conservative) on Monday, 31 January 2011 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Trident Replacement Submarines

Question
Whether any components for the construction of Trident replacement submarines are to be purchased prior to main gate decision in 2016.
Answer

We are currently considering the initial gate business case for the successor submarine and, as part of the next phase of work, we would expect to purchase some long-lead items so that the first boat can be delivered in 2028. This is normal good practice for major build programmes.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
522 c580 
36748 
Session
2010-12
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Trident
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk