Senate debates Questions on Notice
Defence: Submarines (Question No. 757)
David Johnston WA, Liberal Party, Shadow Minister for Defence
asked the Minister representing the Minister for Defence, upon notice, on 5 July 2011:
As at 30 June 2011, how many Royal Australian Navy personnel are 'Perisher Qualified' and eligible to command a submarine.
Chris Evans WA, Australian Labor Party, Leader of the Government in the Senate
The Minister for Defence has provided the following answer to the honourable senator's question:
As at 30 June 2011, 16 Royal Australian Navy officers of the ranks Lieutenant Commander and Commander were 'Perisher Qualified' and eligible to command a submarine.