Station Commander Johnston described it as a "large sum of money" and said the military had a duty to deliver best value for money for taxpayers.

BBC: Station Commander Jamie Johnson

Administrators said they have a duty to the company's creditors to "realise any value" they can for the firm's assets.

BBC: Lynmouth Road in St Werburgh's in Bristol

The Ministry of Justice said quality-assured duty lawyers would still be available, but it was intent on delivering better value for taxpayers' money.

BBC: Jeremy Tricks