The Law Lords have ruled that the European Convention of Human Rights is relevant to the behaviour of British armed forces at all times and in all situations.

This does not apply to NATO forces who may be serving alongside.

Does this now mean the contract of employment between armed services personnel and the Government is now null and void?

If any other employer were to change conditions of service without discourse with those involved, one would expect industrial tribunals to state categorically that such action was tantamount to unfair dismissal and, heavy reparations would be imposed.

What happens next?

BARRY BURTON, Fareham