Written question asked by John MacDougall (Labour) on Monday, 31 March 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 8 April 2003. It was answered by Baroness Liddell of Coatdyke (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 April 2003 on behalf of the Scotland Office.

Scotland Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, What discussions she has had with the First Minister and the Ministry of Defence about providing support to the families of Scottish troops presently in Iraq. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Mr. MacDougall: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what discussions she has had with the First Minister and the Ministry of Defence about providing support to the families of Scottish troops presently in Iraq. [106721] Mrs. Liddell: The Government recognise the important contribution service families make to defence. The First Minister said in his statement to the Scottish Parliament on 19 March they will have our care and support. The Ministry of Defence's aim is to manage with care the issues of dependent family members recognising the special circumstances of service families, particularly at this time.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 403 c120W; 106721
Session: 2002-03
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Armed forces Armed conflict Dependants Families Iraq Scotland Iraq conflict
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk