Written question asked by Alistair Carmichael (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 16 October 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 November 2003. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Monday, 3 November 2003 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Ministry of Defence
- Question
- To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what plans he has (a) to disband and (b) to amalgamate army infantry battalions.
- Answer
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Mr. Carmichael: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has (a) to disband and (b) to amalgamate Army infantry battalions. [133488] Mr. Ingram: There is a continuing need to assess force structures in order to ensure that we have the balanced, flexible forces needed to meet the full range of operational contingencies. However, there are currently no plans to disband or amalgamate Army infantry battalions, nor are there plans to reduce the current overall strength of the Army. The White Paper to be published later this year will provide an updated statement of defence policy.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 412 c425W;412 c433W; 133488
- Session
- 2002-03
- Subjects
- Army Staff
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