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Debate between Chris Heaton-Harris and Lord Hammond of Runnymede(8 years, 3 months ago)
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Mr Hammond
As the hon. Gentleman knows well, we have a long-established convention that before committing UK forces to combat, in all situations where it is possible—that is, other than in a direct emergency or where considerations of secrecy make it impossible—the Prime Minister is committed to bringing the issue before the House and allowing it an opportunity for debate.
Chris Heaton-Harris (Daventry) (Con)
T5. What assessment has the Department made of the security situation in Burundi, and what steps have been taken to bolster the presence of Her Majesty’s Government in Bujumbura?
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Debate between Chris Heaton-Harris and Lord Hammond of Runnymede(8 years, 8 months ago)
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Mr Hammond
We are exploring with the Commission legal services and others the possibility of binding legal commitments like the protocols that were entered into by Denmark and Ireland that will be incorporated into the treaties at the next available treaty change. That will give us what the British people need, which is assurance that the agreements that have been entered into will be complied with by the other member states.
Chris Heaton-Harris (Daventry) (Con)
6. What recent diplomatic steps he has taken to promote peace and security in Somalia.