Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that the current or former members of the armed forces resident in Scotland who are being investigated by the Iraq Historic Allegations Team in respect of alleged criminal actions have access to legal advice and support.

There is a comprehensive package of support available to all Service personnel and veterans subject to Iraq Historical Allegations Team investigations. This includes legal support which is normally provided through the Armed Forces Legal Aid Scheme. It was announced last year that the Ministry of Defence will not recover any costs of such support from individuals in any cases relating to their service in Iraq and Afghanistan.