Written question asked by Lord Kennet (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 10 November 1999. It was answered by Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 November 1999.

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Symons of Vernham Dean, Baroness

Question

Whether the United Kingdom is participating in the provision of military training and "surplus equipment" to Iraqi rebel leaders (as reported in the International Herald Tribune on 29 October); and what is the status of such assistance in international law. [HL 4515].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

606 c155WA; HL 4515

Session

1998-99

Subjects

Iraq International law Newspaper press Politics and government Military aid