Written question asked by Lord Kirkwood (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 11 October 1999. It was answered by Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean (Labour) on Monday, 11 October 1999.

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Symons of Vernham Dean, Baroness

Question

Whether they are funding any development of personnel mine clearing devices; if so, what type of device they are supporting; and what level of reliability for clearance they require. [HL 4029]. - Inc fact that information on their performance withheld under exemption 1 of the Code of Practice on Access to Government Information.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

605 c74WA; HL 4029

Session

1998-99

Subjects

Department for International Development Defence equipment Bomb disposal Landmines Research Defence Evaluation and Research Agency