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Proceeding contribution from Ann Winterton (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 3 February 2010. It occurred during Ministerial statement on Strategic Defence Review (Green Paper).


Strategic Defence Review (Green Paper)

Was it not the Ministry's preoccupation with the European Union project for the future rapid effect system that prevented it having the ability to respond to the needs of our soldiers in both Iraq and Afghanistan, leading to a shortage of appropriate equipment in both protected vehicles and, indeed, helicopters? Did I not note that the Secretary of State mentioned further integration as far as the European Union and defence are concerned, and may I warn him not to go down that route? If he does, caveat emptor.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
505 c316 
Session
2009-10
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Armed forces Defence Defence equipment Finance Public expenditure Procurement Military alliances Security Reorganisation Afghanistan
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk