Bribery Bill [Lords]

Most Members would recognise that there might be occasions when the intelligence and security services will offer cash or some other advantage in order to obtain information. I am, however, concerned about how the term "active service" in clause 13 might be interpreted. I would not under any circumstances want the procurement of military or intelligence equipment to be deemed to be exempt from the provisions of this Bill because that equipment was to be used in a military operation. Can my right hon. Friend give me the assurance I seek?