§ Mr. Concannonasked the Minister of State for Defence what reasons are acceptable to him as grounds for members of the Armed Forces not wishing to serve in Northern Ireland.
§ Mr. Ian GilmourIn general terms, none. Members of the Armed Forces accept at the time of joining that they must be prepared to serve anywhere at any time.
§ Mr. Concannonasked the Minister of State for Defence what machinery there is for members of the Armed Forces to indicate their reasons for not wishing to serve in Northern Ireland.
§ Mr. Ian GilmourMembers of the Armed Forces can make requests or state complaints through their commanding officers.