NATO Summit Debate

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Department: Cabinet Office

NATO Summit

Rebecca Pow Excerpts
Monday 16th July 2018

(5 years, 8 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Theresa May Portrait The Prime Minister
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We have one of the most robust and rigorous arms export regimes in the world. The hon. Gentleman mentions small arms, and some work on that is being led by the French. It is something that we have looked at previously, to try to ensure that firearms are not transported for criminal purposes, particularly across Europe. We continue to work on that.

Rebecca Pow Portrait Rebecca Pow (Taunton Deane) (Con)
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I am very pleased to hear that the Prime Minister has agreed that we will be improving the readiness of our forces through the NATO readiness initiative. Does she agree that the Royal Marines, such as 40 Commando in my constituency, exemplify the essential expertise and modern approach that we can offer?

Theresa May Portrait The Prime Minister
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I am very happy to commend the Royal Marines based in my hon. Friend’s constituency. They do indeed provide that great example of readiness, as do other armed forces here in the United Kingdom, and I am pleased that we are able to contribute to the NATO readiness initiative.