Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between James Heappey and Duncan Baker

Monday 21st February 2022 Commons Chamber

[James Heappey]

I am not sure that those elements are mutually exclusive. I absolutely agree with what the hon. Lady said at the end of her question—her suggestions for a solution—but I think that the measures she advocates must sit alongside a robust and resilient effort in the channel to ensure that even when they are in place, we are still able to protect our borders and stop people landing here on their own terms.

[Duncan Baker (North Norfolk) (Con)]

13. What steps his Department has taken to strengthen security and defence co-operation with Australia.