Skip to main content

Written question asked by Derek Fatchett (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 12 November 1996. It was answered by Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative) on Tuesday, 12 November 1996 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
What representations he has received regarding the Gurkha troops who will be moving to Britain.
Answer

Mr. Fatchett: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what representations he has received regarding the Gurkha troops who will be moving to Britain; and if he will make a statement. [3207] Mr. Soames: I have received a number of representations regarding the move of Gurkha troops from Hong Kong to the United Kingdom. Possible changes to the terms and conditions of service of Gurkha soldiers are under review.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3207; 285 c113W
Session
1996-97
Subjects
Armed forces Deployment Gurkhas