HC Deb 01 July 1983 vol 44 cc175-6W
Mr. Onslow

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what action he is taking, following the comments of the coroner at the inquest on the death of Mrs. Sheila Wenham, concerning safety measures at Ash and Pirbright ranges, to ensure that firing on these ranges presents no danger to the general public; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Stanley

An initial safety assessment of ranges within the Ash and Pirbright range complex has been carried out. An in-depth safety assessment of the range complex has also been initiated to define more precisely the safety of each individual range and to recommend whether any works services or additional safety measures are required.