HC Deb 11 February 1986 vol 91 c776
22. Mr. Michael McNair-Wilson

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what losses in buildings and stores by fire damage have been experienced in the past five years.

Mr. Lee

Fire damage to Ministry of Defence buildings and stores has resulted in losses of £166 million over the past five years. By far the largest proportion of these losses, estimated by the board of inquiry at £152 million, is attributable to the fire at the Central Ordnance Depot, Donnington, on 24 June 1983.

Mr. Wilson

Can the Minister say to what extent the losses are covered by insurance?

Mr. Lee

My understanding is that it is not normal practice for the Ministry of Defence to insure.

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