Written question asked by Gordon Prentice (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 March 1997. It was answered by Lord Arbuthnot of Edrom (Conservative) on Thursday, 20 March 1997 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: What discussions he has had with the European Commission concerning his proposal to have the replacement Royal Yacht built in a British shipyard; and if his proposal extends to all fixtures and fittings.

Answer: Mr. Gordon Prentice: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what discussions he has had with the European Commission concerning his proposal to have the replacement royal yacht built in a British shipyard; and if his proposal extends to all fixtures and fittings. [13657] Mr. Arbuthnot: No discussions have been held with the European Commission. Security considerations will preclude the replacement royal yacht being designed or constructed outside of the United Kingdom. Fixtures and fittings could be procured from outside of the United Kingdom if this were consistent with security considerations and obtaining best value for money.

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