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Mr. Field
asked the Secretary of State for Defence which shipyards have been successful in the bids which are before him relating to the two fleet oilers for the Royal Navy.
Mr. Speed
Inquiries have been made through brokers for charter of up to two tankers for the Royal Fleet auxiliary. Whether a firm order will result and, if so for which ship, is not yet decided.