Q16. Mr. Churchill

asked the Prime Minister if he is satisfied with the co-ordination between the Department of Trade and the Ministry of Defence regarding Government approval of contracts by British firms for the supply of components for the Kuznetsov NK-144 engine which powers both the TU-144 Concordski and the Backfire supersonic nuclear strike bomber; and if he will make a statement.

The Prime Minister

I am satisfied with co-ordination between Departments in this field. Close working contacts between officials and with industry are maintained on all contracts where Government approval is required.

HC Deb 22 February 1977 vol 926 cc509-10W
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