Armed Forces: future defence policy
6 November 2009 (updated on 22 April 2010)
Thirty-five Members of the Lords contributed to a debate on the Armed Forces and future defence policy on 6 November.
Members with experience in and expertise of defence issues, including former Chiefs of the Defence Staff and former Defence Ministers, contributed to a wide-ranging discussion on subjects including the Government's strategy in Afghanistan, troop and helicopter numbers and defence spend.
- Lords Hansard: Armed Forces: Future Defence Policy
- Video & Audio: Armed Forces: Future Defence Policy
- Parliament News: Armed Forces experts debate in House of Lords
In the House of Lords, Members may table questions for debate, usually up to two hours and a half, on a specific issue or matter of concern. A minister responds on behalf of the Government.