Royal Dockyards (Chief Executive)

Oral Answers to Questions — Ministry of Defence – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 26 March 1969.

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Photo of Mr Frank Judd Mr Frank Judd , Portsmouth West 12:00, 26 March 1969

asked the Secretary of State for Defence when he will appoint the Chief Executive for Her Majesty's naval dockyards.

Photo of Mr Frank Judd Mr Frank Judd , Portsmouth West

While this is certainly a move in the right direction, some people feel that it will not be enough. Will my right hon. Friend take quick action to clarify the precise rôle of civil management within the individual yards themselves?

Photo of Mr Gerald Reynolds Mr Gerald Reynolds , Islington North

While a decision in principle has been taken, as announced in the White Paper, there are still many aspects which I am considering. I should not like to go further than what I have said today. I want to make an announcement quickly and I will do so as quickly as possible.