§ Mr. Corbynasked the Secretary of State for Defence (1) how many members of each of the Chilean armed forces are currently receiving training at his Department's establishment;
(2) how many members of the each of the Chilean armed forces have received training in Ministry of Defence establishments in the years 1981, 1982 and 1983.
§ Mr. StanleyDetails of training given to foreign nationals is confidential between Her Majesty's Government and the Government concerned. Some members of the Chilean armed forces are currently on courses in the United Kingdom and some were here in 1981, 1982 and 1983.
§ Mr. Corbynasked the Secretary of State for Defence (1) if there has been any recent change in the policy of the Government towards the supply of military equipment or services to the Chilean armed forces;
(2) what is his policy towards the undertaking of contracts by British companies for the overhaul of military vehicles or engines for the Chilean armed forces.
§ Mr. LeeThere has been no recent change in our policy on the supply of military equipment or services to the Chilean armed forces. All requests are considered on a case by case basis, taking into account all relevant factors.