All naval port vessels should be built in Britain

TO much applause in the conference hall, Sir Keir Starmer this week said how proud he is of the £10 billion order, won against overseas competition, for five Type 26 frigates for the Royal Norwegian Navy - and rightly so.

- Lester May

However, he did not mention the estimated £200 million contract that has gone overseas for 24 tugs and harbour craft for naval ports.