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HANSARDJoint Expeditionary ForceJust to clarify for the House, they were different snowdrifts at different times—otherwise there could be stories! The more procurement we can do with our allies, the better—not…24 Mar 2025HANSARDUS Cyber-operations against RussiaUK defence networks face a range of state threats from malign actors. In 2024, the National Cyber Security Centre received 1,957 reports of cyber-attacks, of which 89 were…24 Mar 2025HANSARDUS Cyber-operations against RussiaI thank the hon. Gentleman for his question. The 77th Brigade does a superb job of tackling disinformation, especially by malign actors. We need to expand our provision and range…24 Mar 2025HANSARDUS Cyber-operations against RussiaWe have made it very clear that we will continue supporting Ukraine, not only to put it in the best possible position on the battlefield and in any negotiations to come, but to…24 Mar 2025HANSARDArmed Forces RecruitmentWe inherited a broken recruitment system from the Conservatives. We promised to take steps to fix it and we are: the largest pay increase in 20 years for those who serve; a 35%…24 Mar 2025HANSARDDefence of Undersea InfrastructureThe hon. Gentleman is right that subsea fibre-optic cables carry about 99% of our data—many people believe it is satellites, but it is cables. As a country we are investing in new…24 Mar 2025HANSARDDefence of Undersea InfrastructureThere is no doubt in my mind that the Prime Minister is responsible for the security of this nation, and he delegates different areas to different Departments. That is a…24 Mar 2025HANSARDArmed Forces RecruitmentNot only is a career in our armed forces good for a young person; it also offers training opportunities, with each of our single services appearing in the top five apprentice…24 Mar 2025HANSARDDefence of Undersea InfrastructureI am grateful to my hon. Friend for his question. I recently met a cross-party delegation, including the Labour MPs for Portsmouth—my hon. Friends the Members for Portsmouth North…24 Mar 2025HANSARDDefence of Undersea InfrastructureAbsolutely. We live in incredibly difficult times, which is why this Government are meeting the moment with increased defence spending and the biggest reform of our defence in 50…24 Mar 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI fully agree with my hon. Friend and, on something as fundamental as body armour, we back our troops. I ordered immediate action to replace ECBA on the frontline, flying new body…24 Mar 2025HANSARDJoint Expeditionary ForceThe UK is fully committed to the joint expeditionary force. I discussed the JEF on my visits to Denmark, Latvia, Finland, Lithuania and the Netherlands last month. I meet…24 Mar 2025HANSARDArmed Forces RecruitmentThe hon. Gentleman is entirely right about the terrible state of armed forces retention that we inherited. We have seen armed forces morale drop from 60% in 2010 to just 40% last…24 Mar 2025HANSARD Defence Industries: West MidlandsThat is an excellent question. It comes down to how we implement the defence industrial strategy that my colleague, the Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry, is leading…19 Mar 2025HANSARD Defence Industries: West MidlandsI am grateful to my hon. Friend for talking about Somers Forge and those opportunities. It is certainly something that my Cabinet Office colleagues, who are leading that reset…19 Mar 2025HANSARD Defence Industries: West MidlandsIt is good to see you, Dr Murrison. As a former Defence Minister, you will know these subjects well. I might be a proud Janner—someone from Plymouth—but my great-grandfather,…19 Mar 2025HANSARD Military Co-operation with IsraelOur position remains that Israel’s actions in Gaza are at clear risk of breaching international humanitarian law, and we will continue to raise our concerns with Israel. The hon.…18 Mar 2025HANSARD Military Co-operation with IsraelI will make progress because I have only a few moments left. As hon. Members are aware, the suspension of export licences does not include exports of components for the global…18 Mar 2025HANSARD Military Co-operation with IsraelI am grateful to the hon. Member for Leicester South (Shockat Adam) for securing this debate, and for the way in which he opened it with his questions. I will try to respond to…18 Mar 2025HANSARDWar in Ukraine: Third AnniversaryAll parties in this House have rightfully praised President Zelensky, the democratically elected leader of Ukraine. It is right that we continue to stand with him and his people…27 Feb 2025