Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 104226
Northern Ireland Troubles Bill
Tabled: 8 January 2026
Answered: 30 January 2026
Question
James Cartlidge
Conservative — South Suffolk
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has discussed the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill with any members of the armed forces senior command.
Answer
Al CarnsMy Ministerial colleagues and I routinely meet with the Single Service Chiefs, where we discuss a range of priority Defence matters. The hon. Member will understand that it would be inappropriate to comment further on these discussions.