Written question asked by Lord Clark of Windermere (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 2 May 1996. It was answered by Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 May 1996 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: If service on operational duties for members of the Territorial Army called up for service in Bosnia qualifies in lieu of the annual quota of training days required for an annual bounty.

Answer: Dr. Clark: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if service on operational duties for members of the Territorial Army called up for service in Bosnia qualifies in lieu of the annual quota of training days required for an annual bounty; and if he will make a statement.[27652] Mr. Soames: Reservists called out for permanent service receive pay at the full regular rate. Under current regulations, such service does not count towards annual bounty, which is earned through attendance at training. however, it has been agreed that members of the Territorial Army may count a period of called-out service in support of the peace implementation force in Bosnia in lieu of annual camp in the current training year or, in certain circumstances, the next one. It will be necessary for individuals to complete the remainder of their annual training before they qualify for bounty. These circumstances are being taken into account as the rules governing the payment of bounty are reviewed in the light of changes to be introduced by the Reserve Forces Bill.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 27652; 276 c578W
Session: 1995-96
Subjects: Conditions of employment Armed forces Training Reserve forces Territorial Army Bosnia and Herzegovina