Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Michael Fallon and Mary Robinson

Monday 30th January 2017 Commons Chamber

[Sir Michael Fallon]

We set out our commitment to the size of the fleet in the strategic defence review. I am surprised that the hon. Gentleman is so concerned about the budget for the Type 26 frigate, which is designed to protect the deterrent that he does not want to keep; that seems an odd project to be worried about. The terms of that contract have yet to be finalised, but I can assure him that the expansion of the Royal Navy is fully funded.

[Mary Robinson (Cheadle) (Con)]

5. What steps he is taking to encourage innovation by defence suppliers.