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1609140

registered interest
date	30/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Ministry of Defence: Staff
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 28 March 2023 to Question 166164 on Government Departments: Staff, how many and what proportion of respondents to the most recent Leesman office survey undertaken by his Department (a) agreed and (b) disagreed with the statements about their main workplace that (i) it enables me to work productively, (ii) it supports me sharing ideas and knowledge amongst colleagues, (iii) it creates an enjoyable environment to work in, (iv) it contributes to a sense of community at work, and (v) it's a place I'm proud to bring visitors to.
tabling member constituency	Islington South and Finsbury
tabling member printed	Emily Thornberry
uin	177723
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 20/04/2023 answer text <p>The most recent Leesman office survey by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) was conducted in September 2022, covering staff based in Manchester. In total, 59 MOD personnel participated, but of these, only 52 responded to the specified statements. The number and percentage of these respondents that answered either agree or disagree with the statements listed is set out in the table below:</p><p> </p><table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>Question</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>Number and Percentage of Respondents Agree</strong> <strong>(Figures are aggregate by response of Strongly Agree, Agree or Slightly Agree)</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>Number and Percentage of Respondents Disagree</strong> <strong>(Figures are aggregate by response of Strongly Disagree, Disagree or Slightly Disagree)</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td><p>(i) it enables me to work productively</p></td><td><p>31 [60%]</p></td><td><p>9 [17%]</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>(ii) it supports me sharing ideas and knowledge amongst colleagues</p></td><td><p>40 [77%]</p></td><td><p>5 [10%]</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>(iii) it creates an enjoyable environment to work in</p></td><td><p>34 [65%]</p></td><td><p>8 [15%]</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>(iv) it contributes to a sense of community at work</p></td><td><p>33 [63%]</p></td><td><p>7 [13%]</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>(v) it's a place I'm proud to bring visitors to</p></td><td><p>27 [52%]</p></td><td><p>8 [15%]</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p><p>The survey also included a neutral category where respondents neither agreed nor disagreed with the statements. For this reason, the percentage figures in the table do not add up to 100%.</p><p> </p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison question first answered 20/04/2023 12:48:57 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	1536 label Biography information for Emily Thornberry

1609367

registered interest
date	30/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Ministry of Defence: Disability
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what proportion of their Department's employees are recorded as having a disability.
tabling member constituency	Lewisham, Deptford
tabling member printed	Vicky Foxcroft
uin	177869
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 17/04/2023 answer text <p>The Ministry of Defence (MOD) publishes biannual diversity statistics on its civilian staff excluding those employed by organisations with delegated personnel functions (Trading funds, DE&amp;S Bespoke Trading Entity, Executive Agencies, Royal Fleet Auxiliary and Locally engaged civilians (LECs)). The most recent statistics were published in December 2022 at the following link: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/mod-diversity-dashboard-october-2022" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/mod-diversity-dashboard-october-2022</a>.</p><p> </p><p>Table 6 - Disability Representation of MOD Main Civilian Personnel shows that as at 1 October 2022, 11.5% of MOD Main civilian personnel had an active declaration of disabled.</p><p> </p><p>The MOD D&amp;I Strategy 2018-30 for its civilian workforce has specific measurable and achievable aims to increase representation of staff with a disability across the department, including the Senior Civil Service. The MOD is an accredited ‘Disability Confident Scheme Leader’ and encourages candidates with disabilities to apply to Defence.</p><p> </p><p>The MOD has several initiatives to support disabled personnel across the whole of Defence, including the Defence and civilian networks and champions. The Civil Service Workplace Adjustment Service is well established, offering specialist advice and access to a review route for disabled employees experiencing difficulties in securing the adjustments they need. The service includes a Workplace Adjustment Passport to facilitate the seamless retention of adjustments on a change of line manager, job role or move between business areas.</p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison question first answered 17/04/2023 14:59:02 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	4491 label Biography information for Vicky Foxcroft

1609372

registered interest
date	30/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Sea King Helicopters: Exhaust Emissions
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of exposure to Sea King helicopter exhaust fumes on people's health, including the likelihood of developing cancer.
tabling member constituency	Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport
tabling member printed	Luke Pollard
uin	177951
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/04/2023 answer text <p>In 2022, the Institute of Naval Medicine Toxicologist was asked to investigate if there were any causal links between exposure to Sea King helicopter exhaust fumes and the likelihood of developing cancer.</p><p> </p><p>The types of cancer which are being considered are Leiomyosarcoma which is a rare cancer that develops in smooth muscle tissue and Multiple Myeloma which is a type of bone marrow cancer which often affects several areas of marrow throughout the skeleton.</p><p> </p><p>The element within exhaust fumes which is potentially a cause for concern is Benzene.</p><p> </p><p>The investigation concluded that there are no documented links between benzene exposure from Sea King exhaust fumes and leiomyosarcoma specifically or soft tissue sarcoma more widely.</p><p> </p><p>The literature on benzene exposure in general and multiple myeloma, suggest that a link whilst improbable, is possible. Studies of Sea King aircrew have not suggested significant exposure for benzene.</p><p> </p><p>I have asked for the opinion of the Independent Medical Advisory Group and once received I will provide the hon. Member with an update.</p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison question first answered 21/04/2023 08:50:49 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	4682 label Biography information for Luke Pollard

1609373

registered interest
date	30/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Sea King Helicopters: Exhaust Emissions
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he plans to take steps to provide blood testing for veterans who have developed cancer and had sustained exposure to Sea King helicopter exhaust fumes.
tabling member constituency	Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport
tabling member printed	Luke Pollard
uin	177952
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/04/2023 answer text <p>There is not a simple test or surveillance procedure of reliably mass screening for any exhaust associated rare cancers over an extended time period.</p><p> </p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison question first answered 21/04/2023 08:52:10 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	4682 label Biography information for Luke Pollard

1609374

registered interest
date	30/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Sea King Helicopters: Exhaust Emissions
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many compensation payments have been made for health issues relating to Sea King helicopters since 1 January 2021; and what was the total value of these payments.
tabling member constituency	Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport
tabling member printed	Luke Pollard
uin	177953
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/04/2023 answer text <p>Since 1 January 2021, one common law compensation claim in relation to exposure to Sea King helicopter exhaust fumes has been settled. The amount of damages awarded is confidential between the parties.</p><p> </p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison question first answered 21/04/2023 08:53:09 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	4682 label Biography information for Luke Pollard

1608519

registered interest
date	29/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Veterans: Cost of Living
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to help veterans with the cost of living crisis.
tabling member constituency	Strangford
tabling member printed	Jim Shannon
uin	176591
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/04/2023 answer text <p>The Ministry of Defence (MOD) paid the £150 Disability Cost of Living payment to eligible Veterans whose only government-paid income is from a War Disablement Pension.</p><p> </p><p>Through its Veterans Welfare Service, the MOD provides bespoke advice and assistance to Veterans and their families through a holistic assessment of need tailored to an individual's specific circumstances.</p><p> </p><p>Where financial assistance is required by Veterans the Veterans Welfare Service can assist with benefits checks, completion of application forms and signposting to entitlements and support available from the wider public and voluntary sectors.</p><p> </p><p>Veterans can call the Veterans Helpline free of charge on 0808 1914218 and ask for a call back from the welfare service.</p><p> </p><p>The Government are committed to supporting all households, including veterans, with the cost of living through initiatives such as the energy price guarantee and cost of living payments.</p><p> </p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison question first answered 21/04/2023 13:05:33 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	4131 label Biography information for Jim Shannon

1608535

registered interest
date	29/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Armed Forces: Dental Services
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many UK Armed Forces personnel were categorised as NATO Category (a) 2 and (b) 3 on the basis they need dental care or treatment to achieve optimal dental fitness.
tabling member constituency	Sleaford and North Hykeham
tabling member printed	Dr Caroline Johnson
uin	176714
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 26/04/2023 answer text <p>As at 1 March 2023 11,451 UK Armed Forces personnel were categorised as NATO Category 2, and 10,687 UK Armed Forces personnel were categorised as NATO Category 3.</p><p> </p><p>For UK Defence Dentistry the NATO Dental Fitness Category is interpreted as follows:</p><p> </p><p>NATO Dental Fitness Category 2</p><p>Service Personnel in date for Periodic Dental Inspection who require active interventive or operative dental treatment and whose existing dental condition, in the opinion of the clinician, is unlikely to result in a dental emergency within their defined recall period..</p><p> </p><p>NATO Dental Fitness Category 3</p><p>Service personnel in date for Periodic Dental Inspection who require active interventive or operative dental treatment and whose dental condition is, in the opinion of the clinician, likely to cause a dental emergency within 12 months. It also includes those previously categorised as NATO Dental Fitness Category 2 who have gone beyond their recall date.</p><p> </p><p>The Joint Medical Employment Standard (JMES) awarded by medical staff in order to inform commanders and career managers of the deployability and employability of Service personnel, will be reviewed if the Service person’s oral health status adversely affects their employability or overall health if deployed, or their oral care needs would be difficult to deliver in the deployed environment.</p><p> </p><p>The Service person will be graded according to the frequency of the symptoms, requirement for medication and medical support, and degree of functional impairment.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><br></p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison question first answered 26/04/2023 16:54:56 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	4592 label Biography information for Dr Caroline Johnson

1608597

registered interest
date	29/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Military Decorations: Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether his Department plans to award a coronation medal.
tabling member constituency	Bournemouth East
tabling member printed	Mr Tobias Ellwood
uin	176622
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 18/04/2023 answer text <p>The Government is supporting The Royal Household to develop a range of plans for the Coronation. More details about the Coronation will be released as they are confirmed.</p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison question first answered 18/04/2023 16:41:02 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	1487 label Biography information for Mr Tobias Ellwood

1608629

registered interest
date	29/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and War Pensions
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 6 March 2023 to Question 152253 on Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and War Pensions, what steps he is taking to reduce these clearance times.
tabling member constituency	Ellesmere Port and Neston
tabling member printed	Justin Madders
uin	176647
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/04/2023 answer text <p>Whilst the Ministry of Defence (MOD) aims to consider claims under the War Pension Scheme and Armed Forces Compensation Scheme as quickly as possible so as not to cause undue delay and stress, there are occasions when some cases do take longer to resolve. It is necessary to obtain Service evidence, medical records and case notes from the individual's General Practitioner and/or Hospital. Awaiting the return of those records does take time, and is something the MOD has no influence over. To manage workflow effectively and fairly, all cases are dealt with in strict date order, except where terminally ill veterans are given priority.</p><p> </p><p>Caseloads are monitored continuously so that resources can be targeted if issues emerge. Recently the numbers of Armed Forces Compensation Scheme claims have shown an increase on previous levels and additional resources are being recruited to tackle this.</p><p> </p><p>Around £40 million is being invested by the MOD in an ongoing Transformation Programme as part of the Service Delivery Contract to digitise existing paper-based processes, introduce automation, process improvements and create a single user portal for Pensions and Compensation.</p><p> </p><p>Additionally in November 2022, a new online digital claim service was launched on gov.uk for those seeking compensation from the Armed Forces Compensation and War Pension schemes. The service is now available to all Service personnel and veterans.</p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison question first answered 21/04/2023 08:55:47 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	4418 label Biography information for Justin Madders

1608757

registered interest
date	29/03/2023
answering body	Ministry of Defence
answering dept id	11
answering dept short name	Defence
answering dept sort name	Defence
hansard heading	Veterans: Personal Records
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many veterans can be personally identified from his Department's records.
tabling member constituency	North Somerset
tabling member printed	Dr Liam Fox
uin	176539
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 21/04/2023 answer text <p>The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has access to the records of all service personnel who have served in the UK armed forces. From 1972 onwards the information is held electronically by the MOD, either in the DPRR (data preservation repository reporting) or in the Joint Personnel Administration System. This equates to approximately 2.1 million records.</p><p> </p><p>Prior to 1972 the MOD holds an index of all service personnel IDs (name and service number) to facilitate the recall of service records from the National Archive (all records from WW2 onwards), approximately 4.9m records.</p><p> </p><p>Currently, Service charities approach the single Services or Defence Business Services for verification of an individual veteran’s service. However, more than £1 million in new money is being invested into a new digital verification service for veterans, which will enable them to verify their veteran status online quickly and easily.</p><p> </p> answering member constituency South West Wiltshire answering member printed Dr Andrew Murrison grouped question UIN 176540 question first answered 21/04/2023 13:03:55 answering member 1466 label Biography information for Dr Andrew Murrison
tabling member	223 label Biography information for Sir Liam Fox