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Written question asked by Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth (Conservative) on Thursday, 24 April 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 9 May 2025. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Friday, 9 May 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Veterans: Radiation Exposure

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government whether British troops have ever been subject to human radiation experiments; and, if so, whether they will provide details of those experiments giving dates, locations, and any subsequent care provided to those exposed.

Answer

It is taking time to collate the required information to answer the noble Lord’s Question. I will write to him when the information is available, and a copy of this letter will be placed in the Library of The House.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL6830
Session
2024-26
Related items
Veterans: Radiation Exposure
Monday, 4 August 2025
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Nuclear weapons Radiation exposure Veterans
Link
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