§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Defence what is his policy towards visits to the Falkland Islands by the families of soldiers stationed there; and what criteria are applied in deciding which families may make visits.
§ Mr. WigginNo such visits have taken place. Although such visits are not absolutely prohibited, they will only be allowed in the most exceptional circumstances, having taken into account travel and accommodation arrangements which do not at present allow visits to be made.
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§ Mr. Dubsasked the Secretary of State for Defence how many members of the Forces in the Falklands area have had visits from their families or will have visits by Christmas; how many such visits are planned for 1983; on what basis such families are selected; and what are the ranks of the personnel involved.
§ Mr. WigginNo such visits will have taken place by Christmas, and there are no immediate plans for any in 1983.