Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Lord Lee of Trafford (Liberal Democrat). It was answered by Baroness Taylor of Bolton (Labour) on Wednesday, 14 October 2009.
Armed Forces: Parachuting
- Question
- To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether they intend to maintain the parachuting capability of the Armed Forces.
- Answer
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My Lords, the Government intend to maintain a parachute capability for the Armed Forces for the foreseeable future. The level at which it is maintained will be kept under review to ensure that it is consistent with operational priorities, but parachuting remains a key part of our defence doctrine.
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- Oral question
- Reference
- 713 c217
- Session
- 2008-09
- Oral question type
- Lead
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Lords chamber
- Subjects
- Armed forces Parachuting
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