§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Defence if he is giving any consideration to extra pay and allowances for service men in the Falkland Islands.
§ Mr. BlakerIn addition to their normal military salary, service men in the Falkland Islands receive free food and accommodation in recognition of service under field conditions, a separation allowance of £1.70 a day for eligible personnel, and a hard lying allowance of 55p a day in appropriate circumstances on naval ships. They also receive a special rate of local overseas allowance of £1 a day tax-free. The level of this allowance is being kept under close review. The Armed Forces Pay Review Body has been briefed by the Ministry of Defence on conditions in the Falkland Islands.