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Written question asked by Lawrence Cunliffe (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 11 March 1997. It was answered by Michael Portillo (Conservative) on Tuesday, 11 March 1997 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
If he will comment on defence expenditure in the next two years. - Inc figs. (Failed OPQ).
Answer

Mr. Cunliffe: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on defence expenditure in the next two years. [18049] Mr. Portillo: Under the latest spending plans, defence expenditure will be £21,822 million in 1997-98 and £22,276 million in 1998-99. These plans reflect the Government's commitment to strong, capable and properly resourced armed forces.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
18049; 292 c183W
Session
1996-97
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Armed forces Defence Expenditure
Contains statistics
Yes