§ Mr. Trotterasked the Secretary of State for Defence how many major units of the Army have served in Ulster since August 1969; and how many have served more than once, twice and so on up to the maximum number of times.
§ Mr. HayhoeIncluding Royal Marine commandos serving in the infantry role, 102 major units have served in Northern Ireland:
6 units have served one tour.
17 units have served two tours.
18 units have served three tours.
22 units have served four tours.
17 units have served five tours.
11 units have served six tours.
6 units have served seven tours.
5 units have served eight tours.