I propose to take Questions Nos. 6, 20 and 94 together.
Following the publication of the White Paper on Defence, I announced a major investment programme for the Air Corps with £55 million available over three years for the purchase of new aircraft. A tender competition for the provision of medium lift helicopters is well advanced and a decision can be expected shortly. The question of acquiring interceptor aircraft for the Air Corps was not included in this programme. In light, however, of the recent terrorist attacks in the United States, I am having the question of acquiring training aircraft with interceptor capability examined.
The Defence Forces have a number of RBS 70 anti-aircraft radar guided missiles. In addition, the purchase of a number of 40mm air defence guns together with radar is at an advanced stage.