DEFENCE LOGISTICS JOBS

Early day motion 2523, tabled 6 July 2006 by Mark Pritchard (Conservative). Signed by 23 members.

That this House expresses concern over the Ministry of Defence's decision to close Sapphire House in Shropshire, which will lead to the loss of up to 400 Defence Logistics Organisations jobs; believes that the decision, at a time of new deployments by Her Majesty's Armed Forces, could lead to a reduced logistical capability and possibly hinder delivery of vital equipment to the frontline; and calls upon the Government to examine fully the implications of its decision for the workforce, their families and local suppliers and to ensure that all necessary measures are put in place to help those who lose their jobs into re-training and new employment.

Signatures by party: Conservative 13, Labour 5, Liberal Democrat 3, DUP 2.