Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Ministry of Defence

Oral Answers to Questions

Charlie Maynard Excerpts
Monday 19th May 2025

(1 day, 18 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Maria Eagle Portrait Maria Eagle
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The hon. Member has set out a compelling reason why I should meet him, and I am very happy to do so.

Charlie Maynard Portrait Charlie Maynard (Witney) (LD)
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The Times has reported that the UK has fewer than 10 tanks stationed in Estonia and that troop numbers have been cut from 1,650 in April 2022 to around 1,000 today. By comparison, Germany has 5,000 troops on track to be stationed in Lithuania by 2027. Is this correct, and is it a concern for the Minister?

Lindsay Hoyle Portrait Mr Speaker
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That is of borderline relevance, but I am sure the Minister can respond.