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Debate between Jim Cunningham and Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton
Monday 29th February 2016

(8 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton Portrait Mark Lancaster
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No, I do not, because the savings of approximately £300 million that we will be able to make will ultimately be reinvested in front-line capability.

Jim Cunningham Portrait Mr Jim Cunningham
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Does the Minister think that expertise may be lost as a result of the cuts to the civilian force?

Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton Portrait Mark Lancaster
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Under the “whole force” approach, we have tried to find the balance both between regular and reserve service personnel, and between MOD civilians and contractors. This is a mix that successive Governments have followed. We try to use the right people in the right place at the right time.

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