Written question asked by Lord Lester of Herne Hill (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 27 January 2004. It was answered by Lord Bach (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 January 2004.

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Bach, Lord

Question

Which Minister has responsibility, as a matter of constitutional convention, for the supply and any failure to supply sufficient equipment to members of Her Majesty's Armed Forces to protect them against risk of death or bodily injury in the event of war or armed conflict; and what such responsibility entails. [HL 918]. - Includes ref to Cabinet Office publication List of Ministerial Responsibilities, in the Library.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 918; 657 c31WA

Session

2003-04

Subjects

Armed forces Armed conflict Deployment Defence equipment Ministerial duties Ministerial responsibility Protective clothing