Written question asked by Mike Hancock (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 30 January 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 11 February 2002. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Monday, 11 February 2002 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his Answer of 10th January 2002 at 377 c961W, on the Warship Support Modernisation Project, if he will clarify what is meant by essential terms and conditions of service; whether it includes access to traditional shore-based benefits; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Hancock: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to his answer of 10 January 2002, Official Report, column 961W, on the Warship Support Modernisation Project, if he will clarify what is meant by essential terms and conditions of service; whether it includes access to traditional shore-based benefits; and if he will make a statement. [33371] Mr. Ingram: Royal Naval personnel involved in the partnering arrangements would remain Crown servants under their full current terms of service, without detriment to any applicable benefits. They would remain subject to the Naval Discipline Act and liable for operational duties, military training and other military tasks that may arise from time to time.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 33371; 380 c16W
Session: 2001-02
Subjects: Conditions of employment Contracts Staff Navy Modernisation Repairs and maintenance Warships
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