Gulf war veterans demand inquiry

Sunday, 14 April, 2002, 23:13 GMT 00:13 UK

Military veterans have written to the prime minister demanding a public inquiry into the health effects of serving in the Gulf War.
Many of those who served in the Gulf conflict in 1991, say they have suffered a range of disorders, some claiming their children suffered birth defects.

They believe the government has ignored their plight and refused to recognise the existence of "Gulf War illness".

Members of the National Gulf Veterans and Families Association are appealing directly to Tony Blair to intervene in their fight for compensation.

They want investigations into the role of depleted uranium, the use of multiple vaccinations for a range of deadly diseases and possible exposure to pesticides or organophosphates.

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