§ Mr. RobathanTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many female members of the Royal Navy, 677W having served one tour on a ship at sea, have volunteered for a second tour. [20516]
§ Mr. SoamesFemale members of the Royal Navy—in common with their male counterparts—do not volunteer for tours on a ship at sea; they are required to go to sea according to the exigencies of the service. To determine how many women have served at sea for two or more tours is not possible without incurring disproportionate costs.