Afghanistan: Quarterly Statement Debate

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Lord Gardiner of Kimble

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European Union (Definition of Treaties) (Convention on International Interests in Mobile Equipment and Protocol thereto on matters specific to Aircraft Equipment) Order 2014

Afghanistan: Quarterly Statement

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Copyright (Public Administration) Regulations 2014
Wednesday 14th May 2014

(10 years, 7 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Gardiner of Kimble Portrait Lord Gardiner of Kimble (Con)
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My Lords, we have had a member of the Cross Benches speak already. We take these things in turn. I hope that that will be helpful.

Lord Cormack Portrait Lord Cormack
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My Lords, I am grateful. My noble friend has made a moving and impressive Statement. However, she has not mentioned one group of people, and upon them so much has depended: the Afghan interpreters. As we withdraw from Afghanistan, we of course maintain our aid and connection. Can my noble friend assure me that the sacrifice and service that those men and women have given will not be forgotten, and that we will ensure—so far as is possible—that their lives will not be endangered after we have withdrawn?

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