Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between David Chadwick and John Healey

Monday 8th September 2025 Commons Chamber

[John Healey]

The hon. Gentleman is right that this is the biggest British warship deal ever, and it is Norway’s biggest ever defence contract. When the Prime Minister of Norway announced the detail, he said, “We asked ourselves two questions: who is our best strategic partner, and who builds the best warships?” The answer to both was Britain. [Hon. Members: “Hear, hear.”] I hope—we will work to ensure this—that that leads to other export contracts that will bring jobs and a future to British industry.

[David Chadwick (Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe) (LD)]

2. What steps he is taking to ensure that veterans receive adequate support after leaving the armed forces.