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, what menus are being used for troops stationed in Kuwait; and what plans he has to place troops on food rations.

Answer: Mr. Burstow: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what menus are being used for troops stationed in Kuwait; and what plans he has to place troops on food rations. [102251] Mr. Ingram: A wide variety of menus are available for troops stationed in Kuwait to ensure that they receive the required daily calorific intake and a balanced nutritional diet. Troops currently receive a hot meal for both breakfast and evening meal, while lunch comprises a US ration pack ready-to-eat meal provided under a joint US/UK arrangement. Operational ration packs have been deployed for use, if necessary and as required, in the event of any military action.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 102251; 401 c385W;401 c385-6W
Session: 2002-03
Subjects: Armed forces Armed conflict Iraq Food Kuwait Nutrition Iraq conflict
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk