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Written question asked by Patrick Mercer (Conservative) on Wednesday, 23 January 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 1 February 2002. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Friday, 1 February 2002 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will make a statement on the ability of the Royal Navy to meet its commitments when HMS Sheffield goes into reserve in 2003.
Answer

Patrick Mercer: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on the ability of the Royal Navy to meet its commitments when HMS Sheffield goes into reserve in 2003. [30788] Mr. Ingram: The placing of HMS Sheffield at extended readiness will not prevent the Royal Navy from meeting its commitments.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
30788; 379 c596W;379 c592W
Session
2001-02
Subjects
Warships HMS Sheffield
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk