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Written question asked by Gerald Howarth (Conservative) on Thursday, 6 May 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 17 May 2004. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Monday, 17 May 2004 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether his Department will receive a discount on its order for the second tranche of Eurofighters similar to that achieved by the German Defence Ministry.
Answer

Mr. Gerald Howarth: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence whether his Department will receive a discount on its order for the second tranche of Eurofighters similar to that achieved by the German Defence Ministry. [172318] Mr. Ingram: Negotiations between partner nations and industry for the second Tranche of Eurofighters (Typhoons) are ongoing. We are working to ensure that the Tranche 2 contract is affordable and soundly based to deliver the required capability.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
172318; 421 c665W
Session
2003-04
Subjects
Contracts Procurement Typhoon aircraft
Link
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