John Cryer
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(8 years, 11 months ago)
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The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Defence (Mr Julian Brazier)
My hon. Friend is absolutely right: defence engagement is of pivotal importance. We are in the process of “upgunning” the role of defence attachés worldwide, with more language training and a proper career structure to make it more attractive. That is part of a wider attempt to raise the importance of defence diplomacy. Soldiers, sailors and airmen can so often reach parts of our allies that others cannot.
John Cryer (Leyton and Wanstead) (Lab)
Will the Secretary of State give the total cost of Trident replacement so far? Could he confirm whether this House has approved every element of that expenditure?