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Armed Forces (Modernisation)

I understand my hon. Friend’s concerns. I was made aware of them earlier this week by my hon. Friend the Under-Secretary of State for Wales. I ask my hon. Friend to bear in mind that this is part of an overall examination of the support and capability of our forces, and that difficult decisions have to be made in that respect. I understand that it is difficult for her and her constituents in Llangennech. I am sure that she will agree that there are greater opportunities for alternative employment in Wales today as a result of our economy being that much stronger, although that in no way mitigates the difficulties that people will face as a result of this decision. However, as I have said to other hon. Members, we will work as closely as we can with local authorities, local Members of Parliament and others to overcome any difficulties caused by these announcements. They are painful and difficult, but I believe that they are necessary in the circumstances that we face.