Written question asked by Ben Chapman (Labour) on Wednesday, 14 January 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 15 January 1998. It was answered by Lord Reid of Cardowan (Labour) on Thursday, 15 January 1998 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: Statement on review of the agency status of the Defence Animal Centre .

Answer: Mr. Ben Chapman: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on the agency review of the Defence Animal Centre. [23788] Dr. Reid: A review of the agency status of the Defence Animal Centre (DAC) has begun. The performance of the DAC has been evaluated and its activities will shortly be subjected to the normal "prior options" tests. Comments and contributions form those with an interest in the work of the Agency would be welcome and should be sent by 31 January 1998 to Major General W. R. Short, Director General Army Medical Services (DGAMS), Building 21, Keogh Barracks, Ash Vale, Aldershot, Hampshire GU12 5RR. Prospective contributors to the Agency Review should note that the DAC is proceeding with a PFI project to rebuild its accommodation and provide associated support services.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 23788; 304 c277-8W;304 c274W
Session: 1997-98
Subjects: Executive agencies Standards Efficiency scrutinies Defence Animal Centre