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Armed Forces: Northern Ireland

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 30 January 2026UIN 104225

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has discussed the potential impact of the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill on recruitment and retention with the (a) Chief of the Defence Staff, (b) Chief of the General Staff, (c) First Sea Lord, (d) Ch

Answered by Al Carns

My Ministerial colleagues and I routinely meet with the Single Service Chiefs, where we discuss a range of priority Defence matters. The hon. Member will understand that it would be inappropriate to comment further on these discussions.

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