Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Guto Bebb and Leo Docherty

Monday 9th July 2018 Commons Chamber

[Guto Bebb]

I thank the hon. Gentleman for his question but, once again, I refer him back to the shipbuilding strategy, which was endorsed on a cross-party basis. The key thing is that the Type 31e is a frigate and, as such, is designated as a warship. The fleet solid support ships are not designated as warships. We are very clearly following through the shipbuilding strategy, which we think will clearly improve the productivity of our yards and contribute to UK prosperity. The hon. Gentleman should do likewise.

[Leo Docherty (Aldershot) (Con)]

4. What his priorities are for the NATO summit in Brussels on 11 and 12 July 2018.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Guto Bebb and Leo Docherty

Monday 11th June 2018 Commons Chamber

[The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Defence (Guto Bebb)]

We are at the demonstration phase, with 11 being manufactured. It is currently going through a trials programme and we will report back when that is complete.

[Leo Docherty (Aldershot) (Con)]

T10. The legal pursuit of our veterans and soldiers following combat operations is a national disgrace. The Secretary of State will be aware that many Members support a statute of limitations to protect those who have served. If a legally viable route towards such a statute can be found, will he confirm that he would support it and legislate for it?

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Guto Bebb and Leo Docherty

Monday 5th March 2018 Commons Chamber

[Guto Bebb]

I can assure the hon. Lady that our at-sea continuous nuclear defence programme is within budget, and there will be no impact on the rest of the defence budget as a result of the work that we are doing in relation to our submarine capability.

[Leo Docherty (Aldershot) (Con)]

Today’s Daily Telegraph continues to report grave concerns about the Iraq fatality investigations unit. Will the Minister agree to urgently review the case of Major Robert Campbell and offer reassurance to our service community that the bond of trust between soldiers and the Government remains intact?