§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for Defence, since 1968 how many units of the Army have carried out more than five, six, seven, eight or nine tours of duty in Northern Ireland; and what regiments are currently in Northern Ireland for a tour of duty of more than one year.
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§ Mr. HayhoeSince 1968 18 major units have carried out six or more tours of duty in Northern Ireland, 11 major units have carried out seven or more tours, and three have carried out eight tours. The following units are currently on a tour of one year or more:
- 2nd battalion The Royal Tank Regiment
- 3rd battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment
- 1st battalion The Green Howards
- 1st battalion The Staffordshire Regiment
- 2nd battalion The Parachute Regiment
- 40 Commando Royal Marines