Written question asked by Lord Astor of Hever (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Drayson (Labour) on Wednesday, 14 December 2005.
Iraq: Compensation Claims
- Question
- What is the legal basis requiring the United Kingdom to make compensation payments to Iraqis in respect of property damage; who assesses the claims; who approves payment of the claims; and from which public expenditure budget payment is made.
- Answer
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The Ministry of Defence considers claims for compensation from Iraqis in respect of property damage on the basis of whether or not it has a legal liability to pay compensation. Where there is a proven legal liability, compensation is paid. The process of assessment of such claims and approval of payments is normally conducted by the ministry’s area claims office based in Basra. Payments are made from the Treasury Special Reserve.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 2927; 676 c164WA
- Session
- 2005-06
- Subjects
- Compensation Armed forces Damage Liability Iraq Property
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