Huw Irranca-Davies
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(9 years, 10 months ago)
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Michael Fallon
I do not recall that, but perhaps I could look into it and get back to the hon. Gentleman on that specific point.
Huw Irranca-Davies (Ogmore) (Lab)
I welcome the clarity and the robustness of the statement. On dealing with the aftermath of a battlefield situation and the handling of prisoners, the Secretary of State has mentioned on a couple of occasions that one of the lessons learned relates to data and intelligence gathering from the battlefield. Are there further lessons to be put in place in training or procedures?
Michael Fallon
There are a number of recommendations which we want to study in detail. I have made it clear to the House that I accept the principle and the intent that lie behind them. We have to work through some of the practicalities—for example, video recording and how that would work in a situation very close to the battlefield. I will, of course, come back to the House with my detailed conclusions within a few weeks, I hope.