§ Mr. Newensasked the Secretary of State for Defence what are the functions of the British Army training team at present serving in the Sultanate of Oman; and whether members of the SAS are part of the team.
§ Mr. MasonThe British Army training team serving in Oman, which includes members of the SAS, gives training assistance to the Sultan's armed forces.
§ Mr. Newensasked the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on the future of the bases at Masira and Salalah.
§ Mr. MasonI have nothing to add to the reply given on 21st March to my hon. Friend the Member for Ilkeston (Mr. Fletcher).