Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Peter Swallow and Calvin Bailey

Wednesday 4th March 2026 Commons Chamber

[Mr Calvin Bailey (Leyton and Wanstead) (Lab)]

1. What recent discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on increasing economic growth in Wales.

[Peter Swallow (Bracknell) (Lab)]

2. What recent discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on increasing economic growth in Wales.

Armed Forces Bill

Debate between Peter Swallow and Calvin Bailey

2nd reading
Monday 26th January 2026 Commons Chamber

[Peter Swallow]

Absolutely. As well as our reservists, there is a huge role for cadets to play. I am so proud that the Government are committed to expanding the cadets by 30% by 2030, including by ensuring that there are more opportunities for cadets to learn science, technology, engineering and maths skills, as I am hearing they are in my hon. Friend’s constituency.

[Mr Bailey]

At the other end of the scale, we have seen a significant expansion of the service life that we can offer members of the armed forces. Flight Lieutenant Phil “Popeye” Powell was a special forces pilot for nearly 30 years. Does my hon. Friend agree with me that people like Popeye should be given as much time in the service to practise their craft?