Written question asked by Robert Key (Conservative) on Thursday, 8 June 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 June 2000. It was answered by Lord Spellar (Labour) on Tuesday, 13 June 2000 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will list (a) overseas garrisons and (b) Royal Navy ships where all military personnel have access to e-mail services.

Answer: Mr. Key: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will list (a) overseas garrisons and (b) Royal Navy ships where all military personnel have access to e-mail services. [125808] Mr. Spellar: All personnel in the Cyprus and Gibraltar garrisons have access to e-mail services via local providers, as do most personnel in the Falkland Islands. All Royal Navy ships of frigate size and above are capable of accessing the internet, enabling the ship's company to send and receive e-mail. Minor War Vessels can access the internet when alongside, and are also fitted with the necessary equipment when deployed on operations for a prolonged period.

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