Debates between Caroline Johnson and Michael Tomlinson during the 2017-2019 Parliament

Tue 11th Sep 2018
Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Bill
Commons Chamber

3rd reading: House of Commons & Report stage: House of Commons

Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Bill

Debate between Caroline Johnson and Michael Tomlinson
Caroline Johnson Portrait Dr Johnson
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I agree. Terrorism is a global threat. It affects us in this country, but, as we remember on 11 September, it has affected the United States, and it continues to affect countries throughout the world. It is absolutely right that we share information with trusted countries. We have the “Five Eyes” security grouping, and we also have the EU. It is important that we work with all our international friends to keep our country safe.

Michael Tomlinson Portrait Michael Tomlinson (Mid Dorset and North Poole) (Con)
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It was said earlier from a sedentary position, “Well, that’s what the EU is for.” Does my hon. Friend agree that it is the whole international community? We are leaving the EU, but does that mean that this is any less serious a subject? As my hon. Friend has said, we will continue to work with the EU even after we leave.

Caroline Johnson Portrait Dr Johnson
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I agree absolutely.