Monday, 23 February 2009
The Secretary of State was asked—
What forecast he has made of levels of troop deployment to Afghanistan in the next two years; and if he will make a statement.
Whether his Department plans to offer (a) financial support and (b) advice to armed forces personnel returning to the UK specific to circumstances caused by the economic downturn.
What his Department's policy is on the role of amphibious and littoral military capability.
What recent assessment he has made of progress in the development of the joint combat aircraft.
What assessment he has made of the implications for UK defence policy of recent Iranian missile development.
What progress has been made on the evaluation of policy options for super garrisons; and if he will make a statement.
What assessment he has made of Afghan public opinion on the international security assistance force and UK military missions in Afghanistan.
If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.
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Queen's recommendation signified. Motion made, and Question put forthwith ( Standing Order No. 52(1)(a)), That, for the purposes of any Act resulting from the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children...
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Motion made, That, in respect of the Northern Ireland Bill, notices of Amendments, new Clauses and new Schedules to be moved in Committee may be accepted by the Clerks at the Table before the...
Motion made, and Question put forthwith ( Standing Order No. 118(6)),
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Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn. —(Mr. Watts.)
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