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Critically, this reinforces the need to ensure that any new spending commitments are seen through the lens of the opportunity cost for existing core services and assets where cuts are currently being made.
The aim of what we are trying to do is to improve the outcomes for your constituents. If they do not get improved outcomes, the way in which they get remedy will need to improve.
BAE was awarded the £860 million demonstration phase contract by the MOD in February 2015, which included provision for ordering of long-lead items for the first three type 26 frigates. We are informed by BAE that negotiations with the MOD in relation to the manufacturing phase contract for the type 26 frigates are scheduled to conclude by the end of March 2016 at the latest.
The minister appeared to rule that out, although perhaps I misinterpreted that. I am making the point that, if we get into the situation that I have referred to, there will have to be careful consideration of the judgment and any action that is required to address the incompatibility.
The Lowlands Canal uptake is low and are keen to open this back up again. 5 • SK on behalf of Hamish Loudon raised concern about the high Fort William prices and explained that it is cheaper to get storage in Craobh Haven. SK asked what is the plan to encourage people to berth over winter.