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Written question asked by Colin Breed (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 3 June 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 19 November 2003. It was answered by Ivor Caplin (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 November 2003 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many ex-servicemen and women have presented with asbestos related diseases (ARDs); how many more the Government forecasts will present with ARDs; and if he will make a statement. - Will write and copy will be placed in Library. (Holding answer 10 June 2003).
Answer

Mr. Breed: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many ex-servicemen and women have presented with asbestos-related diseases (ARDs); how many more the Government forecasts will present with ARDs; and if he will make a statement. [117370] Mr. Caplin: [holding answer 10 June 2003]: I will write to the hon. Member and a copy of my letter will be placed in the Library of the House.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
413 c960W; 117370
Session
2002-03
Subjects
Asbestos Women Diseases Veterans
Link
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