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Written question asked by Keith Simpson (Conservative) on Tuesday, 17 March 1998, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 20 March 1998. It was answered by Lord Reid of Cardowan (Labour) on Friday, 20 March 1998 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he intends to publish his review of the cases involving the execution of soldiers during the First World War.
Answer

Mr. Keith Simpson: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence when he intends to publish his review of the cases involving the execution of soldiers during the First World War; and if he will make a statement. [35401] Dr. Reid: The review is in progress. No final decisions have yet been taken. I will announce my conclusions when the review is complete.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
308 c745-6W; 35401
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Armed forces Capital punishment Punishment World War I