§ Ms. RuddockTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Services in what way his Department will participate in any or all of the military home defence exercises Eastern Shield, Capital Guard, Drake's Drum, Autumn Tiger, Northern Crusade, Western Encounter, Triple Crown and Strong Link, due to take place in September and October 1988; how many staff are allocated to this task; how much such participation is estimated to cost; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. CurrieThere will be no participation by the Department of Health and Social Security in these exercises. There may be limited participation by the National Health Service but the details have yet to be finalised.