HC Deb 22 February 1988 vol 128 c99W
Mr. Alex Carlile

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what representations he has received from the Nuclear Test Veterans Association concerning claims for damages.

Mr. Sainsbury

My Department has received numerous letters from members of the British Nuclear Test Veterans Association seeking compensation for harm alleged from participation in the nuclear test programme. In addition, my noble Friend the Minister of State for Defence Procurement met a deputation of hon. and right hon. Members and two officers of the British Nuclear Test Veterans Association on Tuesday 16 February.