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HANSARDArmed Forces Bill (Fourth sitting)Does the hon. Gentleman accept that the majority of courts martial involve non-commissioned individuals? Although senior commissioned officers are subject to court martial at…14 Apr 2026HANSARDArmed Forces Bill (Third sitting)Will the right hon. Member give way?26 Mar 2026HANSARDArmed Forces Bill (Third sitting)The independent defence housing strategy team looked at the issue of a defence housing association, and said that “transfer outside the public sector to a housing association or…26 Mar 2026HANSARDGood Friday AgreementWe approach the anniversary of the Good Friday agreement, which was historic in that it ultimately delivered peace for a generation. With the knowledge that it requires constant…25 Mar 2026HANSARDGood Friday Agreement3. What steps he is taking to mark the anniversary of the Good Friday agreement.25 Mar 2026HANSARDArmed Forces Bill (First sitting)Is it not the case that a civilian family who lived in Wiltshire and moved to Yorkshire would face exactly the same challenges as the service family? The covenant is about service…24 Mar 2026HANSARDArmed Forces Bill (First sitting)Does the hon. Gentleman not agree that we may be jumping the gun slightly? The covenant’s statutory guidance will explain in detail what due regard means in practice.24 Mar 2026HANSARDArmed Forces Bill (First sitting)Does my hon. Friend share my concern that, with this amendment, we run the risk of creating a minimal requirement that organisations may seek to meet, without going any further,…24 Mar 2026HANSARDArmed Forces Bill (First sitting)On this Committee, we have veterans and former council leaders, and I am both. One of the main reasons for all the changes being made in the Bill is a recognition that,…24 Mar 2026HANSARDLord MandelsonMy understanding is that new information is coming out daily and that other current Members of this House may or may not be directly linked to the Epstein-Mandelson scandal. Does…04 Feb 2026HANSARDLord MandelsonWill the right hon. Gentleman give way?04 Feb 2026HANSARDNorthern Ireland Troubles Bill9. What steps he has taken to engage with relevant stakeholders on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill.07 Jan 2026HANSARDNorthern Ireland Troubles BillUnder the previous Government’s unlawful Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023, the Police Service of Northern Ireland was required to shut down more than…07 Jan 2026HANSARDNorthern Ireland Troubles: Legacy and ReconciliationLast month, the House debated the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill, and we heard many moving contributions about the devastating loss experienced by families, including military…17 Dec 2025HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles BillI am almost done. Another important issue is that we must and will protect our veterans from vexatious and unwarranted investigations. The creation of a reformed Legacy Commission…18 Nov 2025HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles BillThe peace process in Northern Ireland was hard-won, and tough compromises had to be accepted by all parties. The Good Friday agreement was never going to have the wholesale…18 Nov 2025HANSARD Northern Ireland Troubles BillI have plenty of views on that, but it does not change my view on immunity. I believe immunity is wrong, particularly for soldiers. Moving on, I understand the concerns of my…18 Nov 2025HANSARDTyphoon Fighter Sovereign CapabilityIt is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Christopher. I commend the hon. Member for Fylde (Mr Snowden) for bringing forward the debate. I completely associate myself…12 Nov 2025HANSARDTyphoon Fighter Sovereign CapabilityI agree, but Ministers have a difficult decision. The recent publication of the strategic defence review has committed us to the Tempest programme, but we must await the details…12 Nov 2025HANSARD UK-Türkiye Typhoon Export DealI had the privilege of being at BAE Systems in Warton yesterday with the Prime Minister, and it is fair to say that the workforce are utterly buzzing about this announcement. It…29 Oct 2025