§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the extent of involvement by his Department in NATO exercise Wintex/Cimex 1987 and exercise Wintex/Cimex 1989; what is the number of staff engaged in the exercise planning process and in the exercises themselves; and what are the posts, ranks and responsibilities of the staff involved.
§ Mr. Chris PattenMy Department plays its part in testing those procedures in which we have an interest. Staff participate as required; it would not be appropriate for me to supply the details requested.