§ Dr. David ClarkTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what assessment he has made of the current impact of service chaplains on(a) operational capability and (b) service morale; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. HanleyMy Department fully recognises the significant contribution made by service chaplains to the operational effectiveness and morale of the armed forces through the spiritual and pastoral care they provide for service personnel and their dependants.