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Ammunition Stockpiles

Volume 453: debated on Thursday 23 November 2006

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will conduct a review of the siting of armed forces ammunition stockpiles to increase security and reduce risk of hazard. (101629)

[holding answer 22 November 2006]: The siting of ammunition stockpiles is routinely reviewed by the Ministry of Defence in order to ensure that stocks are positioned to meet the operational demands of the armed forces. Rigorous application of safety and security policies ensures that safety and security risks are minimised.