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Armed Forces Bill

I recognise the concern raised by the noble Lord, Lord Garden. He is right. In addition to the low-flying restrictions in place under Defence Council regulations, further restrictions are sometimes imposed. Nevertheless, although we are mindful of the situation, we believe that this amendment is unnecessary. Specific flight restrictions through local arrangements will be imposed by specific commands or standing orders. In either case, disobedience to that command or standing order will be an offence. Therefore, there is no requirement to bring conduct of that type within this clause. On the basis of that clarification, I hope that the noble Lord will feel able to withdraw his amendment. I am able to provide the confirmation that the noble and gallant Lord seeks. This does not relate to a combat situation as he describes.