§ Mr. McMasterTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence when he last met representatives of the British Nuclear Test Veterans Association to discuss compensation; when he next plans to meet them; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonI have discussed this matter with a number of hon. Members. I have not met and have not received any request to meet representatives of the British Nuclear Test Veterans Association. The position on compensation remains as set out by my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister in his answer of 5 June,Official Report, column 655.