To all, One of the problems in all this is that history has shown you cannot trust the Ministry of Defence, certainly can't take its assurances at face value. It is not surprising, it has a huge vested interest - not least, in protecting itself against claims for compensation and negligence. The MoD refused even to recognise the existence of a 'Gulf War syndrome' until well after the US agreed there was reason for concern. There is another point - in complex areas involving scientific research, ministers have to rely on their expert advisers. Too many ministers don't ask the difficult questions.
Radioactivity is dangerous.
The idea that DU is safe, being pedalled by the likes of George Robertson is patently false. He is either a liar, or he is stupid. Of course, it is unfortunate if soldiers from any country have been contaminated by this poison. But they at least could have been expected to have some idea that it was dangerous. The tiny being made small bleating noises.