§ Ms. RuddockTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment 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.
§ Mr. RidleyDOE involvement in the forthcoming military home defence exercises is expected to be minimal and limited to normal day-to-day support services provided, on request, by the Property Services Agency.