§ Mr. Trotterasked the Secretary of State for Defence how many unexploded objects have been located on beaches in each of the last five years; and whether he is satisfied with the procedure adopted for clearing beaches of such objects.
§ Mr. DuffyI regret the precise figures for unexploded objects located on beaches over the period specified are not immediately available, but I will write to the hon. Member. I am satisfied that as far as possible the procedure adopted for clearing beaches of such objects is effective.