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Written question asked by Lord Hardy of Wath (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 8 July 1998. It was answered by Lord Gilbert (Labour) on Wednesday, 8 July 1998.


Gilbert, RtHonLord

Question
What progress has been made with regard to the proposed tri-national destroyer programme; when the memorandum of understanding was signed by the United Kingdom, France and Italy; and whether subsequent study suggests that this project is likely to be either economically sensible or operationally worth while. [HL 2420].

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
591 c131WA; HL 2420
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Defence International cooperation France Procurement Shipbuilding Warships Italy Horizon project Frigates