Falkland Islands: Sovereignty
Debate between Edward Morello and Kirsty McNeill(2 weeks, 5 days ago)
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Kirsty McNeill
I can confirm that the Falkland Islands will remain British because the right of the Falkland Islanders to self-determination is absolute.
Edward Morello (West Dorset) (LD)
The Falkland Islands are not just British. They are part of Britain, and an attack on any part of Britain would be an article 5 situation. Yet Donald Trump, when pressed on it the other day, was far from clear on whether we can rely on US support. What are the Government doing to tighten our defence relationship with European and other allies who do understand and share our belief in collective defence?
Kirsty McNeill
All Members of the House will know that we are in ongoing dialogue with our European partners, and, crucially, we are committed to investing in our own defence. That is why this Government have made such strong commitments to continue defence investment.