Middle East Debate

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Department: Cabinet Office

Middle East

Andrew Rosindell Excerpts
Monday 2nd March 2026

(1 day, 10 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Keir Starmer Portrait The Prime Minister
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I acknowledge the concern of my hon. Friend’s constituents, as many of our constituents will be concerned. That is why it is our duty to take measures to protect them first and foremost, and to de-escalate the situation.

Andrew Rosindell Portrait Andrew Rosindell (Romford) (Reform)
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I hope the Prime Minister agrees that current events show how vital military infrastructure is in the middle eastern region of the world. However, at the very moment when Diego Garcia is relied on as a critical asset, the Prime Minister proposes to transfer sovereignty to Mauritius and to lease back the airbase for our use. Does he not realise what a catastrophic policy this is? Will he abandon this misguided plan and ensure that the Chagos islands remain under British sovereignty?