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Written question asked by David Hamilton (Labour) on Friday, 19 October 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 23 October 2007. It was answered by Derek Twigg (Labour) on Tuesday, 30 October 2007 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces: Health Services

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what steps his Department has taken to ensure that NHS boards in Scotland are (a) aware of and (b) implementing their responsibilities in respect of the treatment of armed services personnel and veterans.
Answer

The responsibility of ensuring NHS boards in Scotland are aware of and implementing their responsibilities in respect of the treatment of armed services and veterans is a matter for the Scottish Executive. The MOD has regular discussions at various levels to assist them in this respect.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
160510; 465 c1348W
Session
2006-07
Subjects
Armed forces Health services Scotland
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk