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Written question asked by Jonathan Edwards (Independent (affiliation)) on Wednesday, 10 January 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 January 2024. It was answered by James Heappey (Conservative) on Thursday, 18 January 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Red Sea: Military Intervention

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the Government's policy is on the role of Parliament in military interventions in the Red Sea.

Answer

As the Prime Minister explained in his 15 January 2024 oral statement to the House, the need to maximise the security and effectiveness of the 12 January military operation against the Houthis meant it was not possible to bring this matter to the House in advance. The Prime Minister came to update the House at the earliest possible opportunity. The Government remains committed to continuing to update the House.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
8964
Session
2023-24
Related items
Defending the UK and Allies
Monday, 15 January 2024
Parliamentary proceedings
House of Commons
Subjects
Piracy Shipping Military intervention Red Sea
Link
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