Written question asked by Lord Taylor of Goss Moor (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 9 May 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 11 May 2001. It was answered by Lord Moonie (Labour) on Friday, 11 May 2001 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his Answer of 1st May 2001 at 367 c551W, regarding Porton Down, if his Department's officials conducting the comprehensive survey will speak to (a) scientists and staff at Porton Down who conducted the experiments and (b) former service personnel who took part in the experiments; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Matthew Taylor: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his answer of 1 May 2001, Official Report, column 551W, regarding Porton Down, if his Department's officials conducting the comprehensive survey will speak to (a) scientists and staff at Porton Down who conducted the experiments and (b) former service personnel who took part in the experiments; and if he will make a statement. [161041] Dr. Moonie: The historical survey of the Porton Down Volunteer programme will gather information, initially from documentary sources. A decision on whether to contact former Porton Down staff or volunteers will be made at a later date.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 368 c415-6W;368 c415W; 161041
Session: 2000-01
Subjects: Chemical and biological warfare Research Chemical Defence Establishment
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