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Written question asked by Lord Harper (Conservative) on Monday, 10 November 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 24 November 2025. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Monday, 24 November 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces: Explosives

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the Independent Medical Expert Group has been tasked to study a potential causal link between chemical exposure and cancer incidence in Explosive Ordnance Disposal personnel; and, if so, what is the timetable for its report.

Answer

The topic of a causal link between chemical exposure and cancer incidence in Explosive Ordnance Disposal personnel was referred to the Independent Medical Expert Group (IMEG) in June 2025. The IMEG is actively considering the matter and no date has yet been set for the publication of their report.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL11727
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Armed forces Health hazards Explosives Independent Medical Expert Group
Link
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