Rachael Maskell
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(8 years, 2 months ago)
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Mr Speaker
A model of the genre to be circulated without delay to all members of the Cabinet.
Rachael Maskell (York Central) (Lab/Co-op)
Alcohol misuse and dependency continue to create serious health risks, including those that can lead to loss of life, in the armed forces, where its use is three times higher than in the civilian population. It is now a year since the Defence Select Committee highlighted the fact that the Government’s alcohol strategy for the armed forces had made no noticeable difference. What steps is the Secretary of State now taking to set targets to manage alcohol consumption patterns and to address this serious issue?
Michael Fallon
The Army is taking steps to address this problem, particularly under the new Army leadership code. If I may, I will write to the hon. Lady with further details.