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Written question asked by Peter Duncan (Conservative) on Monday, 3 February 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 7 February 2003. It was answered by Lord Moonie (Labour) on Friday, 7 February 2003 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many depleted uranium shells will be test-fired during the trials commencing on 3rd February at Dundrennan Range. - Includes figure.
Answer

Mr. Peter Duncan: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many depleted uranium shells will be test- fired during the trials commencing on 3 February at Dundrennan Range. [95972] Dr. Moonie: Up to 192 rounds will be fired. The exact number will be determined as the firing programme progresses.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
95972; 399 c463W;399 c461W
Session
2002-03
Subjects
Ammunition Depleted uranium Firing ranges Kirkcudbright Training Area
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk