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Mr. Hicks
asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he has any plans to introduce private security firms to undertake security and fire-guarding responsibilities at 10 military victualling and stores depots, including Wilcove, Torpoint; and if he will make a statement.
Mr. Lee
The acceptability and cost-effectiveness of using contractors to undertake such tasks are under study. There will be full consultation with the trades unions concerned before decisions are reached.