Lord Walney
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(12 years, 4 months ago)
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Mr Hammond
I am not aware of any such cases, but I am happy to talk to my hon. Friend outside the Chamber and to write to him.
John Woodcock (Barrow and Furness) (Lab/Co-op)
Further to the previous unclear answer, is the Secretary of State categorically ruling out revisiting the “cat and trap” system for the aircraft carriers?
Mr Hammond
I do not think that there was a previous unclear answer. We have made a decision to revert to the STOVL––short take-off and vertical landing—solution. We are highly confident of the delivery of the F-35B STOVL variant, which the US Marine Corps depends on. We have had the highest level discussions with the US Administration, who strongly support the programme. I am looking forward to seeing US Marine Corps aircraft flying at Pax River on Wednesday.