§ Ms. RuddockTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport in what way his Department will participate in70W 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. Peter BottomleyOne person in the Department has been invited to take part in Exercise Strong Link. The estimated cost is £173. Arrangements have also been made for some exercise activities to take place, at no cost to the Department, at sites occupied by public sector transport undertakings.