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Written question asked by Lord Campbell of Pittenweem (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 1 December 1993. It was answered by Jeremy Hanley (Conservative) on Wednesday, 1 December 1993 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
What assessment he has made of the effectiveness of the flak jackets issued to United Kingdom forces serving in the former Yugoslavia in protecting against sniper fire; what plans he has to issue UK forces with bullet-proof vests; what factors have been taken into account in deciding not to issue UK forces in former Yugoslavia with bullet-proof vests.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
233 c610-1W;233 c608W
Session
1993-94
Subjects
Armed forces Protective clothing Uniforms Body armour Yugoslavia