Written question asked by Mike Hancock (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 17 June 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 25 June 2003. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Wednesday, 25 June 2003 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what factors underlay the decision to purchase ship systems to improve the navigational capability of the Hunt and Sandown class of minehunters; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Hancock: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what factors underlay the decision to purchase ship systems to improve the navigational capability of the Hunt and Sandown class of minehunters; and if he will make a statement. [120725] Mr. Ingram: The decision to make this purchase for the Hunt and Sandown classes was taken to improve minehunting and minesweeping capability. The procurement will enable these ships to more precisely fix their position in relation to objects detected in the sea.

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