§ Mr. BrakeTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if the Air Accidents Investigation Branch is accorded the same level of independence in the investigation of military accidents as in the investigation of civilian accidents. [133433]
§ Mr. SpellarYes, in relation to the technical advice that they offer RAF Boards of Inquiry.
§ Mr. BrakeTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will place in the Library the guidelines that advise accident investigators and other military personnel how to work with third party manufacturers in accident investigations. [133434]
§ Mr. SpellarI will write to the hon. Member and a copy of my letter will be placed in the Library of the House.