Written question asked by Peter L Pike (Labour) on Monday, 8 November 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 18 November 2004. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Thursday, 18 November 2004 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what representations he has received (a) in the last 18 months and (b) since his Department's implementation of smart procurement from UK-based companies with which his Ministry has contracted for the provision of garments and clothing; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Pike: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what representations he has received (a) in the last 18 months and (b) since his Department's implementation of smart procurement from UK-based companies with which his Ministry has contracted for the provision of garments and clothing; and if he will make a statement. [197664] Mr. Ingram: My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Defence has received letters from UK-based companies, either direct or through Members of both Houses of Parliament, regarding the provision of garments and clothing in the last 18 months. The letters have been related, in particular, to the recent contract award for Cut and Sewn Garments. There has been similar correspondence since the implementation of smart procurement covering a range of clothing issues and items procured.

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