Written question asked by Robert Key (Conservative) on Thursday, 8 June 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 14 June 2000. It was answered by Lord Spellar (Labour) on Wednesday, 14 June 2000 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what his Department's policy is on the use of PFI or PPP solutions for the procurement of front-line equipment. - (Holding answer 13 June 2000).

Answer: Mr. Key: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what his Department's policy is on the use of PFI or PPP solutions for the procurement of front-line equipment. [125805] Mr. Spellar: [holding answer 13 June 2000]: Public Private Partnerships comprise a range of close relationships between the public and private sectors including Private Finance Initiatives (PFI) and Smart Procurement. PFI solutions are being explored for a number of services in direct support of operations (e.g. Heavy Equipment Transporter, Future Strategic Tanker Aircraft) where we judge this may offer best value for money without detriment to operational effectiveness.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 125805; 351 c646W
Session: 1999-00
Subjects: Defence equipment Private finance initiative Procurement Public private partnerships
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