Written question asked by Richard Ottaway (Conservative) on Wednesday, 23 June 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 28 June 1999. It was answered by Doug Henderson (Labour) on Monday, 28 June 1999 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the planned expenditure on the Veterans Advice Cell for each of the next five years. - Inc figures.

Answer: Mr. Ottaway: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is the planned expenditure on the Veterans Advice Cell for each of the next five years. [88703] Mr. Doug Henderson: Planned expenditure for the Ministry of Defence Veteran's Advice Unit is currently set at £172,000 per year until 2002-03, which is the duration of our current formal forward spending plans. It is anticipated that provision will continue at the same level in future years. This amount covers the employment costs for the three Warrant Officers operating the Unit and associated costs, including telecommunications, apportioned clerical support, training and publicity material.

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