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HANSARDSubmarine Dismantling ProgrammeI believe I am right in saying that we have now adopted all the recommendations of the PAC report, and we remain committed to continuing to decommission these boats in a safe and…15 Mar 2021HANSARDSubmarine Dismantling ProgrammeMinisters have regular discussions with the Submarine Delivery Agency on the progress of the submarine dismantling project and the MOD holds regular discussions with the Office…15 Mar 2021HANSARDDefence Estate Optimisation ProgrammeI am pleased to reassure the hon. Gentleman that £18 million a year is spent on single-living accommodation. Additional funding has been provided through the £200 million package…15 Mar 2021HANSARDDefence Estate Optimisation ProgrammeThe hon. Gentleman has in the past spoken with passion about the retention of Dale barracks, and he does so again. We continue to speak to local stakeholders about alternative…15 Mar 2021HANSARDMilitary Housing: Annington HomesI am pleased to say that I have some good news for my hon. Friend and his constituents. I am pleased to confirm that, mindful of the representations made by my right hon. and hon.…15 Mar 2021HANSARDMilitary Housing: Annington HomesBefore I turn to Question 1, on behalf of the Government I wish to pay tribute to Sergeant Gavin Hillier of the Welsh Guards, who tragically died in an accident during live-firing…15 Mar 2021HANSARD Noise Pollution and Military AviationI congratulate the hon. Member for Arfon (Hywel Williams) on securing this debate. It is a pleasure to see him, albeit virtually. He is a constant advocate on this point for his…10 Mar 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am not aware of the details of that case, and it would be unwise to comment without learning more, but I will look into it and write to the hon. Lady.01 Feb 2021HANSARDDefence Equipment ProgrammeWe are implementing changes through the acquisition transformation scheme to improve cost controls. Through the outline strategic case, we are ensuring that the right expertise is…01 Feb 2021HANSARDDefence Equipment ProgrammeThe hon. Gentleman’s point is very wise and we would endorse it. We need to invest in the right capabilities to meet the threats of the future. it is good to hear someone on the…01 Feb 2021HANSARDDefence Equipment ProgrammeThe hon. Gentleman needs to look to the outcome of the integrated review that will take place in due course, which will set out the overarching strategic priorities for the…01 Feb 2021HANSARDDefence Procurement: Net Zero Carbon Emissions TargetSustainability is considered at all the appropriate stages of the acquisition lifecycle, from setting requirements to disposal. In addition, we are improving sustainability in the…01 Feb 2021HANSARDDefence Procurement: Net Zero Carbon Emissions TargetWe are focused on the Government’s world-leading commitment to net zero 2050, and defence will, without doubt, play its part. A lot of work is ongoing regarding how we can…01 Feb 2021HANSARDProcurementI am pleased to report that throughout the covid pandemic, Defence has continued to maintain a steady drumbeat of orders. Those include recent orders to enhance F-35, a project…01 Feb 2021HANSARDProcurementMy hon. Friend has discussed the brilliance of her small and medium-sized enterprises with me in the past, and I expect I will be hearing a lot more about them in the future. The…01 Feb 2021HANSARDProcurementIt was a great pleasure for me and the Secretary of State to join my hon. Friend in visiting David Brown last year to discuss its vital work on Type 26 frigates not only for us,…01 Feb 2021HANSARDProcurementI understand my hon. Friend’s question. Throughout the pandemic, we have made certain to maintain the drumbeat of existing orders so that they have continued. Through the interim…01 Feb 2021HANSARDTopical QuestionsThe Warrior CSP is now at an advanced stage in its demonstration phase. It has been ongoing for a period—it is now 75% through—but all projects are subject to the integrated…01 Feb 2021HANSARD Defence Manufacturing and Procurement: ShropshireI am grateful to my hon. Friend the Member for The Wrekin (Mark Pritchard) for calling this debate. He is an assiduous constituency MP. He is one of those people, to whom he…16 Dec 2020HANSARDDefenceI hope to encourage the hon. Member for Liverpool, Riverside (Kim Johnson), who is keen to see us committing to programmes. The announcement that the Prime Minister made confirmed…07 Dec 2020