Brexit: Negotiations

Earl Howe Excerpts
Wednesday 6th June 2018

(6 years, 5 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Earl Howe Portrait The Minister of State, Ministry of Defence (Earl Howe) (Con)
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My Lords, I must leave it to noble Lords on the Labour Benches to observe the courtesies of the House.

Lord West of Spithead Portrait Lord West of Spithead
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My Lords, the security of Europe is critical for the security of our nation. Seventy-four years ago today, we and the Americans invaded Normandy and ensured the safety of Europe. Do we now have agreements with the EU in the defence and security arena, because that is crucial for us?