Written question asked by Lord Watts (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 November 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 1 December 2004. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Wednesday, 1 December 2004 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment his Department has made of the ability of the successful contractor to meet deadlines for the supply of Red Reflection clothing and other camouflage combat garments.

Answer: Mr. Watts: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what assessment his Department has made of the ability of the successful contractor to meet deadlines for the supply of Red Reflection clothing and other camouflage combat garments. [200045] Mr. Ingram: Delivery of combat clothing items is not due to commence until early next year. The contractor is on target to meet the required delivery dates and to deliver items to specification, which includes meeting the required Infra Red Reflective standard.

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