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The Lord Bishop of Southwell and Nottingham

Speaking in the House of Lords on 7 July 2025

Debate

Armed Forces: Recruitment and Retention

Contribution

I thank the Minister for his Answer. While conscious of the Government’s commitment to the recommendations of the strategic defence review and, for instance, improved housing and greater stability in posting, what assessment have His Majesty’s Government made of the psychological impact of modern warfare—including drones and other digital means—on the likely recruits over the next few years, especially due to the reported higher mental health needs that there are among younger people?

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