Proceeding contribution from Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat) in the House of Commons on Monday, 10 January 2011. It occurred during Debate on bill on Armed Forces Bill.

Armed Forces Bill

When the Armed Forces Bill Committee considered this point three or four years ago, we were advised—if my memory is correct—that the equivalent of two infantry battalions are discharged each year for testing positive. Under those circumstances, does the hon. Gentleman accept that the checking is an important requirement?

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Type: Proceeding contribution
Reference: 521 c81
Session: 2010-12
Chamber / Committee: House of Commons chamber
Subjects: Disciplinary proceedings Discipline Courts Armed forces Crimes of violence Army British overseas territories Air force Coroners Housing Health Education Equipment Leave Private education Pensions Prisoners Military police Navy Mental health Schools Training Sexual offences Sexual offences prevention orders Select Committee on the Armed Forces Bill Post-traumatic stress disorder Chief Coroner Veterans
Legislation: Armed Forces Bill 2010-12
Link: View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk

Armed Forces Bill

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