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HANSARDArmed Forces CovenantThe hon. Lady has packed a lot into one question, and it is very important indeed. The critical aspect is removing stigma and enabling people to step forward and say “I’m not…25 Mar 2019HANSARDArmed Forces CovenantI understand that this issue dates back to a former armed forces Minister’s time many years ago. When we were back in office a couple of decades ago, we discussed it ourselves. I…25 Mar 2019HANSARDArmed Forces CovenantI pay tribute to the hon. Gentleman for the personal interest that he takes in this issue. He is absolutely right: people need signposts so that they know where to go. We are…25 Mar 2019HANSARDArmed Forces CovenantI pay tribute to my hon. Friend for the work that she has done on this issue as chair of the APPG. I should be more than delighted to meet her. It is important that we carry out…25 Mar 2019HANSARDArmed Forces CovenantI was delighted to address the Committee on this matter only the other day, and to discuss it. It is absolutely true that we need to follow the money. We know that £21 billion has…25 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy right hon. Friend is right that we need to release land that is surplus to requirements. The MOD owns 2% of Britain, and it is important to have a programme of disposal that…25 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy hon. Friend touches on such an important issue. If we are to retain people in the armed forces, we need to provide the necessary support on mental health issues. The Prime…25 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsWe take the continuous attitude survey very seriously. We are concerned that there has been a fall in morale. I am pleased to see that the Chancellor is in his place, as I hope he…25 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsI would be delighted to meet my right hon. Friend in order to discuss this. I know she has been passionate about this issue and we will see whether we can resolve the matter.25 Mar 2019HANSARDNo-deal EU Exit PreparationsIt’s been a while.20 Mar 2019HANSARDArmed Forces Pay Review Body: ReappointmentOn 20 December 2018, I announced that my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Defence had appointed Vice Admiral (Retired) Sir David Steel as the next ex-military member…12 Mar 2019HANSARDRAF Police ReviewI wish to inform the House that I am laying before the House today the second report from Her Majesty’s inspectorate of constabulary and fire and rescue services (HMICFRS)…07 Mar 2019HANSARDArmed Forces’ Pay Review Body: AppointmentI am pleased to announce that the Secretary of State for Defence has appointed Miss Kerry Holden as the next public sector member of the Armed Forces’ Pay Review Body. Her…07 Mar 2019HANSARD A Better Defence EstateI did mention that the closures were operationally led, but there are cost savings to be made. The huge pressures on the defence budget mean that we have to find better ways to…28 Feb 2019HANSARD A Better Defence EstateI very much welcome my hon. Friend’s comments. I am really pleased that 40 Commando will remain in the locality. I pay tribute to her hard work and dedication and the campaign…28 Feb 2019HANSARD A Better Defence EstateI understand the hon. Gentleman is making a strong plea, and I would expect that from the constituency MP. I visited the barracks many, many times and know its history. It is not…28 Feb 2019HANSARD A Better Defence EstateI have written to the hon. and learned Lady and other hon. Members as well—there are letters on the letter board—but I will be more than delighted to meet her. She is absolutely…28 Feb 2019HANSARD A Better Defence EstateMy hon. Friend touches on two issues. First, there are the complex movement patterns when some assets move from one location and others move in. I am pleased that the overall…28 Feb 2019HANSARD A Better Defence EstateI have had the pleasure of visiting the units in the Yorkshire area. I visited 1st Division and the 4th Infantry Brigade. There will continue to be a huge military footprint in…28 Feb 2019HANSARD A Better Defence EstateFirst, I pay tribute to the work that my hon. Friend has done in liaising with the local authorities and in representing Brize Norton, one of the most significant RAF garrisons…28 Feb 2019