HC Deb 20 January 1993 vol 217 c306W
Dr. David Clark

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his answer of 15 December,Official Report, columns 131–32, what other reasons for exemption for legislation exist apart from national security; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Archie Hamilton

[holding answer 13 January 1993]: The Ministry of Defence would seek exemption from legislation only on grounds of national security. In this context national security includes the operational capability and effectiveness of the armed forces.