§ 21. Mr. Jacques ArnoldTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on British forces deployment in eastern Turkey.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonThe United Kingdom contribution to the coalition deterrent force in south-east Turkey comprises eight Jaguar and two tanker aircraft plus ground support. These forces have played and continue to play a major part in helping to ensure the safety of Iraqi citizens in northern Iraq. The continuing presence of British coalition forces demonstrates our determination that renewed repression will not be tolerated.