Written question asked by Paul Burstow (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 6 March 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 March 2003. It was answered by Adam Ingram (Labour) on Thursday, 13 March 2003 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will make a statement on the use of water by troops stationed in Kuwait for personal hygiene; and what estimate he has made of the amount of water military personnel will consume per day.

Answer: Mr. Burstow: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a statement on the use of water by troops stationed in Kuwait for personal hygiene; and what estimate he has made of the amount of water military personnel will consume per day. [102252] Mr. Ingram: Water for the personal hygiene of troops deployed in Kuwait is being provided under a joint UK/US arrangement. This provides for showers and ablutions. No specific consumption rates are being applied. Bottled drinking water is provided at a rate of six litres per person per day. All personnel are advised to ensure that they adhere to the recommended consumption levels in order to avoid the effects of dehydration.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 102252; 401 c385W
Session: 2002-03
Subjects: Armed forces Armed conflict Iraq Hygiene Kuwait Staff Water Water supply Iraq conflict
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