Debates between James Heappey and Matthew Offord during the 2019-2024 Parliament

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Debate between James Heappey and Matthew Offord
Monday 20th November 2023

(11 months, 2 weeks ago)

Commons Chamber
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Matthew Offord Portrait Dr Matthew Offord (Hendon) (Con)
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This weekend we witnessed the third attack in a year on a commercial vessel in international waters. The cargo ship Galaxy Leader has been described by the Israeli Government as British owned and Japanese operated. What actions will the Minister take to prevent such acts of terrorism on British vessels?

James Heappey Portrait James Heappey
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We are very aware of the incident that my hon. Friend describes. The US navy has a presence in the Red sea, and the Royal Navy always keeps under review options to deploy there too.

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Debate between James Heappey and Matthew Offord
Monday 28th March 2022

(2 years, 7 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Matthew Offord Portrait Dr Matthew Offord  (Hendon) (Con)
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T8.   Ukraine is becoming one of the most contaminated countries in the world, with explosive weapons, land-mines, cluster munitions and unexploded ordnance posing a threat to military and civilians alike. Will the Minister meet me and leaders of EOD UK, a mine action community, to discuss how we can plan for the enormous decontamination task ahead of us?

James Heappey Portrait James Heappey
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I certainly will. I have had the opportunity—I am not sure if it is the misfortune or good fortune—to visit a number of countries that have been heavily mined in the past. We see the tragic human cost that comes in countries that have been heavily mined, but also the hope that comes with a meaningful demining programme. I would be delighted to meet the organisation my hon. Friend suggests.