Public Spending

Kevan Jones Excerpts

Thursday 17th June 2010 Commons Chamber

[Danny Alexander]

A significant number of projects—with a significant cash value—were agreed in the last month before the election, and I will happily give the hon. Gentleman more details later.

[Mr Kevan Jones (North Durham) (Lab)]

I note from the right hon. Gentleman’s statement that a commitment has been given on crucial equipment for military operations in Afghanistan. However, can he confirm to the House today that he will also give a full commitment to the announcement that I made before the election on the £30 million for the Army’s recovery capabilities, the costs of the armed forces compensation scheme and the extension of the veterans mental health pilots?

[Danny Alexander]

As I said in my statement, Departments will make clear the projects that have been approved, but protecting spending on front-line services in the armed services and support for our troops on the front line in Afghanistan is a priority for this Government.