Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Alison Taylor and Ed Miliband

Tuesday 1st September 2026 Commons Chamber

[Ed Miliband]

I endorse absolutely the spirit and substance of the hon. Gentleman’s important question. Let us be clear where the aggression comes from: it comes from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the wider threat to our allies. I say very clearly that we will stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Ukraine and we will not be intimidated by Russian threats.

[Alison Taylor (Paisley and Renfrewshire North) (Lab)]

6. What steps his Department is taking with international partners to help protect freedom of navigation through the strait of Hormuz.