Written question asked by Lord Jenkins of Putney (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 June 1988. It was answered by Lord Trefgarne (Conservative) on Thursday, 16 June 1988.

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Untitled Written question

Question

If RAF officers refer to Soviet Union as 'the enemy' & also if this description has been officially adopted & if so when & on what authority & to forbid usage throughout HM Armed Services

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

498 c488-9

Session

1987-88

Subjects

Armed forces Air force English language Terminology USSR NATO Military balance