HC Deb 06 December 1977 vol 940 c664W
24. Mr. Loyden

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what representations he has had about the question of making trade union membership available to members of the Armed Forces.

Dr. Gilbert

Individual members of the Armed Forces are already permitted to join existing trade unions, subject to certain conditions. My right hon. Friend has received no representations from within the Services on any aspect of this subject.