The Independent Member for Denison, Andrew Wilkie, will ask the Minister for Defence Industry, Christopher Pyne, the following in Question Time today.
“Minister the Government is quick to say that increased defence spending will provide an economic stimulus for states and regions in need of a boost.
“So what tangible commitment can you now give that Tasmania will get its fair share of the work. For example, will Hobart’s Prince of Wales Bay defence manufacturing precinct benefit from the as-yet to be decided sub-contract work on the SEA 1180 Offshore Patrol Vessel and SEA 5000 Future Frigates projects?
“Moreover will you commit to visit Prince of Wales Bay and meet the companies based there? Tasmania and Hobart need a boost too, and there are many firms with the skills and advantages to help build and sustain Australia’s future defence needs.”
WHEN: Approx 2:15pm TODAY 22 November
WHERE: House of Representatives ( watch live at http://www.aph.gov.au/News_and_Events/Watch_Parliament )
Andrew Wilkie, Independent MP for Denison
