HC Deb 28 November 1968 vol 774 c181W
Q11. Mr. Moyle

asked the Prime Minister which Minister is responsible for calling out the military forces to aid the civilian forces in the event of civil disaster; and how they are to be called out.

The Prime Minister

Ministerial authority is not required. Units of the Armed Services have been instructed to provide assistance immediately on request by local and other authorities when there is danger to life or for any other urgent reason.