§ Angus RobertsonTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans exist to increase barrack accommodation in Scotland for infantry units; and at what locations. [86009]
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§ Dr. MoonieMajor Army Infantry units are currently based at three locations in Scotland, detailed in the following table. We have no plans to increase accommodation for infantry units in those locations. The former Army Training and Recruitment site at Glencorse, near Penicuik, will, however, be occupied by an infantry battalion in the future.
Unit Location 1st Battalion The Royal Highland Fusiliers Fort George, Inverness 1st Battalion The Royal Scots Dreghorn Barracks, Edinburgh 1st Battalion The Highlanders Redford Infantry Barracks, Edinburgh