§ Mr. MaginnisTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what proposals are in hand to close some Ulster Defence Regiment company bases; and what consideration he has given to the social implications of such proposals.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonThe requirement for all military bases in Northern Ireland is kept under review to ensure that resources are used to the best effect in dealing with the terrorist threat. Before any decision is reached in respect of a particular base all relevant factors are taken into account.