European defence: where is it heading?
In light of Brexit, an increasingly assertive Russia and the unpredictable attitude of the current US administration toward European security,…
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Defence
Brexit reading list: defence and security
The Commons Library has compiled a selection of analysis and comment on defence and security related matters, relevant to the…
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Proscribed Terrorist Organisations
Proscription has been put forward as a powerful deterrent, a way of tackling lower-level support for terrorism, and a signal…
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Fair treatment for Commonwealth personnel in the armed forces
A Westminster Hall debate on ‘Fair treatment for Commonwealth personnel in the armed forces’ has been scheduled for Wednesday 8…
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The EU27: Internal Politics and Views on Brexit
The other 27 EU Member States have maintained a largely united front in the Brexit negotiations and in maintaining that…
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Arms Trade Treaty: Trump’s decision to remove the US
What is the Arms Trade Treaty and what might the US decision not to ratify mean?…
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Housing options for serving and ex-military personnel
This Briefing Paper outlines the housing options open to serving and ex-military personnel, it does not cover service accommodation provided…
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Brexit reading list: general coverage
This paper provides links to a selection of analysis and comment on general ‘Brexit’ coverage.…
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Gurkha Pensions
This note looks at pension arrangements for Gurkhas…
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Defence equipment: Buying and budgeting
How much does the Ministry of Defence budget for equipment for the armed forces? Why has the budget been deemed ‘unaffordable’? How does the MoD plan what equipment is needed for future conflicts and interventions and why are MPs concerned over shipbuilding?…
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50th Anniversary of the Continuous At Sea Deterrent
A general debate on the ‘50th Anniversary of the Continuous At Sea Deterrent’ has been scheduled for Wednesday 3 April…
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E-petitions relating to leaving the European Union
A debate will be held in Westminster Hall on Monday 1 April 2019 at 4.30pm on e-petitions 241584, 235138 and…
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UK Defence Personnel Statistics
This note provides details on how UK military service personnel statistics are measured and discusses current and historic strength levels.…
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Brexit: contingency planning and powers
Media reports have speculated on whether the Government might be preparing to use its emergency powers conferred by the Civil…
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Returning terrorist fighters
This paper looks at the possible options for dealing with returning terrorist fighters…
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