Written question asked by Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard (Ulster Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 14 January 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 28 January 2025. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 January 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Special Air Service: Northern Ireland
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government whether they have made representations to BBC Northern Ireland after it described the Special Air Service in an article published on 11 January as “one of the British Army's most infamous regiments”.
- Answer
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While I am unable to comment on UK Special Forces specifically, I can say that our military is respected worldwide for the highest standards of conduct and excellence on operations.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL4032
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Northern Ireland Special Air Service
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- 2025-09-05 20:07:06 +0100
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