UK SEARCH AND RESCUE HELICOPTER CAPABILITY

Early day motion 2129, tabled 10 May 2006 by Graham Stuart (Conservative). Signed by 29 members.

That this House notes that the UK Search and Rescue Helicopter capability is a vital service which has built up a fearsome reputation for saving lives at sea; expresses concern that the recent announcement outlining plans to let private companies compete to operate services provided inadequate detail; expresses further concern that the decision has primarily been driven by Treasury defence cuts; and calls on Ministers to provide a further statement to hon. Members on the floor of the House.

Signatures by party: Conservative 14, Liberal Democrat 7, Scottish National Party 4, DUP 3, Plaid Cymru 1.