My hon. Friend is making a very good speech.

That is an extremely interesting point, and just the hon. Gentleman raising the issue in such a way will help to raise awareness.

The reason that I take a particular interest in this Bill has already been alluded to by many Members on both sides of the House, but I m

That is correct. As someone said earlier, we do not like talking about this stuff, although we should be talking about it more.

My hon. Friend makes a perfect point. That is indeed the case, and another reason why the Bill is incredibly important.

What assessment he has made of the effect on NATO capabilities of the NATO commitment to allocate 20% of defence expenditure to major equ

What assessment he has made of the effect on NATO capabilities of the NATO commitment to allocate 20% of defence expenditure to major equ

My right hon. Friend is well aware of the strength of feeling in North Devon on securing the future of Royal Marines base Chivenor.

My right hon. Friend is well aware of the strength of feeling in North Devon on securing the future of Royal Marines base Chivenor.

The NATO commitment opens up many potential opportunities for UK shipbuilders.