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Proceeding contribution from Lord Garden (Liberal Democrat) in the House of Lords on Wednesday, 11 October 2006. It occurred during Debate on bill and Committee of the Whole House (HL) on Armed Forces Bill.

Armed Forces Bill

I wish to address the amendments of the noble Earl, Lord Attlee. I support those that look for continuous service, which seems an entirely reasonable idea. However, I have a problem with commissioned senior NCOs. The variation between the services is important here. In the Air Force, and presumably in the Army Air Corps as well, some senior NCOs have relatively short service because they have gained professional qualifications and have come in at senior NCO level. Therefore, they would not fulfil these requirements when commissioned. The relevant amendment needs to be looked at more closely.

Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
685 c343 
Session
2005-06
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
Subjects
Disciplinary proceedings Discipline Crime Alcoholic drinks Courts Armed forces Arrests Conduct Deployment Aircraft Courts martial Civilians Certification Defence equipment Evidence Eligibility Jurisdiction Drugs Maladministration Misconduct Powers Membership Prosecutions Misuse Public opinion Officers Low flying Young people Trials Rules of procedure Rules of engagement
Legislation
Armed Forces Bill 2005-06
Link
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