British Indian Ocean Territory: Sovereignty
Debate between Dan Carden and Stephen Doughty(5 days, 18 hours ago)
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Stephen Doughty
I have engaged with many Chagossian groups. The hon. Member will know, as I have said multiple times, that there are a range of views across the Chagossian community. He is perfectly able to look at the legal judgments himself. The fact is that the Government wanted to secure the long-term operation of the base, our national security and our interests. We have engaged with our partners and secured a deal, which his Government failed to do.
Dan Carden (Liverpool Walton) (Lab)
The current situation is clearly unsustainable. Most of the negotiations took place under the previous Administration. It is now becoming a political football. Has the Minister heard any other serious recommendations for the future of the island?