§ Mr. DavidsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many armed forces personnel were tested for HIV/AIDS in each of the last four years; what factors he has taken into consideration for deciding whether such tests should be made compulsory and regular; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. HanleyInformation on the number of service personnel tested for HIV is not recorded centrally and could be provided only at disproportionate cost. In accordance with stated Government policy, there is no compulsory HIV/AIDS testing of service personnel, but those who consider themselves to be at risk are encouraged to undergo voluntary testing.