§ The Rev. Martin SmythTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence whether "Options for Change" will include the role of the Territorial Army Volunteer Reserve and an assessment of the impact on traditional recruitment patterns.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonThe future, size, role and structure of the Territorial Army are being examined under "Options for Change". However, the Territorial Army will continue to play an essential part in national defence and we do not envisage any changes to the basis of existing recruitment patterns.