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 members of the Territorial Army called up for service in Bosnia will be required to relinquish their service kit on completion of their service; what provisions have been made to ensure that they have civilian clothes to change into and travelling bags.

Answer: Dr. Clark: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if members of the Territorial Army called up for service in Bosnia will be required.to relinquish their service kit on completion of their service; what provisions have been made to ensure that they have civilian clothes to change into and travelling bags and if he will make a statement.[27654] Mr. Soames: Members of the Territorial Army returning from Bosnia on completion of their period of permanent service will be required, at the demobilisation centre, to hand in all extra items of clothing and equipment issued to them specifically for service in Bosnia. They will retain their standard kit for future use when training with their unit. On mobilisation, reservists were instructed to pack a set of civilian clothes, and they will be available to be worn after demobilisation. All reservists will be permitted to retain their travelling bags in order to carry their belongings home.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 276 c578W; 27654
Session: 1995-96
Subjects: Armed forces Clothing Reserve forces Territorial Army Bosnia and Herzegovina