Written question asked by Paul Keetch (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 7 November 2002. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Thursday, 7 November 2002 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: (Pursuant to reply on 07.11.2002 in Daily Part 392 c459W and Bound Volume 392 c471W) To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many members of the Army indicated when last questioned that they believe that (a) harassment, (b) discrimination and (c) bullying are problems in (i) their immediate area of work and (ii) the Army as a whole; what percentage of those responding this represents; what percentage of actual strength this represents; and if he will make a statement. - Will write and copy will be placed in Library.

Answer: Mr. Keetch: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many members of the Army indicated when last questioned that they believe that (a) harassment, (b) discrimination and (c) bullying are problems in (i) their immediate area of work and (ii) the Army as a whole; what percentage of those responding this represents; what percentage of actual strength this represents; and if he will make a statement. [78634] Mr. Ingram: I will write to the hon. Member and a copy of my letter will be placed in the Library of the House.

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