Written question asked by David Simpson (Democratic Unionist Party) on Thursday, 4 March 2010, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 10 March 2010. It was answered by Bill Rammell (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 March 2010 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Territorial Army

Question: (2) pursuant to the answer of 23 February 2010, Official Report, column 413W, on the Territorial Army, what steps he plans to take to ensure that local decisions may not in future be taken contrary to a directive issued by the Government.

Answer: A phase 1 training course planned to take place at Ballykinler Regional Training Centre in January 2010 was cancelled as a result of a local decision. This was contrary to the Government's direction. As investigations into the reasons for the cancellation of this training are ongoing it would be inappropriate for me to comment and risk prejudicing the outcome. However, monthly reviews and checks are being conducted to ensure that training continues in accordance with Government direction.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 507 c345W; 321310
Session: 2009-10
Related items: Territorial Army
Tuesday, 23 February 2010
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects: Territorial Army
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