Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Ministry of Defence

Oral Answers to Questions

Rachael Maskell Excerpts
Monday 28th March 2022

(2 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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James Heappey Portrait James Heappey
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I certainly will. I have had the opportunity—I am not sure if it is the misfortune or good fortune—to visit a number of countries that have been heavily mined in the past. We see the tragic human cost that comes in countries that have been heavily mined, but also the hope that comes with a meaningful demining programme. I would be delighted to meet the organisation my hon. Friend suggests.

Rachael Maskell Portrait Rachael Maskell (York Central) (Lab/Co-op)
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The national security vetting services have never played such an important role, and the skill there is incredibly high. When will the Minister announce that they will remain in York when the MOD moves forward with its plans for the Imphal barracks site?

Jeremy Quin Portrait Jeremy Quin
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I cannot give any form of commitment on that right now, but I will write to the hon. Lady.