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Debate between Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton and James Cleverly
Monday 19th October 2015
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Mark Lancaster
We accept the general concern being expressed in the Chamber today. I can simply repeat what I have said before: I am confident now that the turnaround time for these awards has increased significantly to approximately six to eight weeks. We are confident that we can get through the backlog relatively quickly, but if any hon. Member has a constituent who needs the award quickly I ask them please to contact me.
James Cleverly (Braintree) (Con)
8. What plans his Department has to invest in new equipment for the armed forces.