Maybe, just maybe this is what is required to rein in the suppliers to the MOD. Yesterday BAE announced profits of 1.48 billion and yet do not seem able to deliver anything much on time or within budget.
Statement from link:
In programmes and support, which comprises the company's UK-based air, naval and underwater systems, profits rose to £456 million from £342 million
http://www.channel4.com/news/article...+148bn/1617547
Last edited by mutleyfour; 22nd Feb 2008 at 07:22.
Reason: Forgot the link