HC Deb 14 February 2003 vol 400 cc133-4W
Margaret Moran

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what steps he is taking to(a) increase awareness of domestic violence and (b) provide services and support for the victims of domestic violence within the families of members of the military services. [97746]

Dr. Moonie

Domestic violence is a significant social issue and we recognise the need to ensure that it is dealt with effectively within the Armed Forces'community.

estate to MOD and do not represent the market or sale value of the properties in question. For ease of reference, the figures are:

£billion
1999–2000 14.1
2000–01 14.4
2001–02 14.3

These are audited figures, which reflect the impact of indexation, additions, disposals and depreciation arising each year. Copies of the accounts have been placed in the Library of the House.

We also have (unaudited) estimates for:

£billion
1997–981 13.4
1998–99 13.7
1 The first year for which MOD-wide valuation information is available.