Written question asked by Lord Judd (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 March 2003. It was answered by Lord Bach (Labour) on Thursday, 13 March 2003.

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Bach, Lord

Question

What is the latest assessment by them and the United States administration of the long-term health and genetic implications for (a) service personnel and their families, and (b) civilian populations, of the use of weapons and munitions of which depleted uranium is a part; and how this assessment will affect future military policy and activities. [HL 2008].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 2008; 645 c194-6WA

Session

2002-03

Subjects

Ammunition Armed forces Civilians Families Genetics Health hazards Weapons Depleted uranium Uranium