Northern Ireland Troubles Bill: Armed Forces Recruitment and Retention Debate

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Northern Ireland Troubles Bill: Armed Forces Recruitment and Retention

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Monday 5th January 2026

(3 days ago)

Commons Chamber
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There has been no impact on our special forces recruitment. The SAS is the tip of the spear, one of the best regiments in the world. It will continue to be so, and I have no doubt that it will continue to attract the very best of our armed forces to join and serve in its ranks.

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In response to the question from my hon. and gallant Friend the Member for Spelthorne (Lincoln Jopp), the Minister said that he respected the views of the officers who had shared their concerns—so why does he think they are wrong?

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