asked the Secretary of State for Defence what aspects of the role of United States National Guardsmen will be enhanced by them undertaking training in the United Kingdom.

United States National Guardsmen undertake routine military training in the United Kingdom in order to practise their war roles in support of NATO.

asked the Secretary of State for Defence why it was necessary for his officials to receive a special briefing at the United States embassy before answering questions on the presence of United States National Guardsmen in the United Kingdom.

Contrary to allegations in the press, no such briefing took place.

asked the Secretary of State for Defence whether United States National Guardsmen have been or will be involved in exercises in the United Kingdom which included the control of civilians during strikes and demonstrations.

No.