Written question asked by Llew Smith (Labour) on Monday, 17 November 1997, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 25 November 1997. It was answered by Lord Reid of Cardowan (Labour) on Tuesday, 25 November 1997 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if, as part of his Department's investigation of Gulf War illness, he will examine the research conducted by Dr Robert Davies at Taunton Hospital into the contribution made by exposure to organophosphate pesticide.

Answer: Mr. Llew Smith: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if, as part of his Department's investigation of Gulf War illness, he will examine the research conducted by Dr. Robert Davies at Taunton Hospital into the contribution made by exposure to organophosphate pesticide. [16848] Dr. Reid: My Department will continue to take account of all research published in appropriately peer-reviewed medical and scientific journals which may be relevant in taking forward our work to address the health concerns of Gulf veterans. We have not yet seen the results of Dr. Davies' research and await its publication with interest.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 16848; 301 c496W
Session: 1997-98
Subjects: Medicine Research Gulf War syndrome Taunton Hospital Davies, Robert