§ Richard Younger-RossTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many redundant weapons there were in each year since 1997; and what the nature was of those weapons. [93575]
§ Mr. IngramThe information requested will take some time to compile, therefore I will write to the hon Member and a copy of my letter will be placed in the Library of theHouse.
§ Richard Younger-RossTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how redundant weapons are disposed of. [93576]
§ Mr. IngramThe Ministry of Defence disposes of significant amounts of munitions annually for a variety of reasons including that they become unserviceable or surplus to requirements. The United Kingdom approved methods are by burning, detonation, dilution by solvent and chemical destruction. MOD employs the first two methods. Small quantities are disposed of in licensed demolition grounds on MOD property. Large quantities of ammunition are normally disposed of under civilian contract either in the UK or abroad.