(7 years, 9 months ago)
Commons ChamberI have never said that I was not concerned about the exchange rate. I have said that the Government do not take a view on what the appropriate exchange rate should be; that is very much a matter for the markets to determine. I am sure that the hon. Gentleman will have been delighted to note that my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister’s statement this morning has sent sterling up in the markets, demonstrating the confidence that the markets have in a future for this country under a Tory Government with a new mandate.
(12 years, 10 months ago)
Commons ChamberThat would depend on the circumstances. For the United Kingdom, a pre-emptive attack would certainly be regarded as illegal.
13. What recent progress his Department has made on implementation of the provisions of the Armed Forces Act 2011.