§ Ms. RuddockTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food in what way his Department will participate in any or all of the military home defence exercises Eastern Shield, Capital Guard, Drake's Drum, Autumn Tiger, Northern Crusade, Western Encounter, Triple Crown and Strong Link, due to take place in September and October 1988; how many staff are allocated to this task; how much such participation is estimated to cost; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Donald ThompsonMy Department is not participating in any of the military home defence exercises due to take place in September and October 1988.