Ukraine 2025-03-03

Acknowledged the importance of supporting Ukraine's fight for freedom, democracy, and sovereignty. Welcomed the Prime Minister’s actions to convene European leaders and use UK Export Finance to support British jobs. Supported the uplift in defence spending to 2.5% by 2027 and beyond. Highlighted the need for details on any potential deployment of British troops and asked about plans to further utilise frozen Russian assets, sanctions on Russian-linked individuals, and ensuring Ukraine's participation in peace negotiations.

Thornberry expressed concern that cuts to the UK's overseas aid budget could undermine efforts to secure a just peace for Ukraine. She supported the Prime Minister's leadership but questioned whether these cuts would hamper future humanitarian support.

Davey expressed regret over US President Trump's stance on Russia and emphasised the need for UK to reduce its dependency on the United States. He supported discussions with allies on a rearmament bank and asset seizures to support Ukraine, and urged the Prime Minister to clarify Lord Mandelson’s comments.

Dhesi welcomed the PM's efforts towards securing a just peace but sought assurances that the UK would work with President Trump for security guarantees and encourage NATO allies to meet their 2% GDP defence spending target.

Cleverly agreed with the PM's approach but called for a significant increase in defence spending, emphasising unity across parties on this issue and the need to signal seriousness about defending values and allies.

Sobel questioned the PM's plans for supporting energy projects in Ukraine, especially following the cancellation of a USAID-funded project. He asked if UK could step forward to support such initiatives using Russian assets or aid budget.

The debate focused on the UK's support for Ukraine, international security measures against Russia, and discussions around defence spending and aid budgets.

Congratulates the Prime Minister on European leadership meetings. Asks if he will continue to work closely with allies to support Ukraine and ensure peace.

Welcomes the Prime Minister’s statement of support for Ukraine, but raises concerns about aid budget cuts and the impact on the Middle East. Asks what representations are being made to reverse Gaza aid blockades.

Congratulates the Prime Minister on his strong leadership and asks him to recommit to increasing international aid spending to 0.7% when fiscal circumstances allow.

Compliments the PM's support for Ukraine but disagrees with plans related to nuclear deterrents. Asks if reports of US withdrawing military aid are accurate and what impact this would have.

Agrees on UK leadership in defence and security, urging the Prime Minister to consider hitting 3% spending before the next election to bolster support for Ukraine.

Compliments PM's actions in forming a coalition with European allies to counter Russia’s GDP. Emphasises the importance of self-confidence and collective security among NATO members.

Thanks Prime Minister for his strong leadership and asks if alongside allied efforts, they are closely monitoring Russian strategic partners during peace negotiations.

Welcomes the increase in defence spending but urges reversal of Conservative cuts to troop numbers. Asks for commitment against going it alone without US support.

Thanks PM for diplomatic efforts and asks if decisions about Ukraine’s future will include its elected leadership, ensuring security guarantees are adhered to by Russian aggressors.

Echoes thanks for leadership in forming a coalition of European allies. Asks if the PM is reaching out beyond Europe to form an international coalition against Russia.

Compliments the Prime Minister's leadership but argues that rising defence spending should be achieved by changing fiscal rules, not cuts to aid budgets.

Acknowledges PM’s effective use of Brexit freedoms in diplomacy and asks about the security implications of America's involvement with Ukraine regarding mineral agreements. Discusses potential British troop commitments based on US aid levels.

Welcomes the Prime Minister’s statement and asks if Russia must return 19,546 children stolen from Ukraine to achieve lasting peace.

Supports the Prime Minister's position on security guarantees with Ukraine, emphasising that Putin’s Administration cannot be trusted.

Praises the Prime Minister for his leadership and supports the increase in defence budget. Calls for deeper partnership with Ukraine to provide necessary support during negotiations.

Congratulates the Prime Minister on providing support to Ukraine but questions whether UK armed forces can deliver given their overstretched state, advocating for continued US involvement.

Appreciates the Prime Minister's leadership and emphasises the importance of unity in the House to show strength against division that Putin would exploit.

Stresses the need for diplomatic engagement with the US to ensure security guarantees, highlighting Putin's history of untrustworthiness in treaty-making.

Acknowledges the Prime Minister’s efforts and emphasises the importance of engaging all parts of the UK with defence opportunities as well as challenges.

Highlights the positive impact of UK-NHS workers in Ukraine, suggesting supercharging rehabilitation efforts for mutual benefit.

Welcomes peace initiatives but expresses alarm about deploying British troops and planes, calling for a Commons vote before such decisions are made.

Suggests the creation of a defence industrial expansion unit to speed up military equipment production.

Reiterates support for Ukraine's sovereignty and commitment to working with allies towards peace.

Proposes ensuring UK oil and gas consumption predominantly comes from within the country as a matter of national security.

Calls for strategic defence review to ensure an excellent security guarantee for Ukraine, given worsening weather conditions.

Welcomed the Prime Minister’s support for Ukraine and his commitment to decisions involving Ukraine, but questioned how he would ensure that the interests of Ukraine remain front and centre in peace deals given President Trump's bullying tactics.

Agreed with the Prime Minister’s commitment to national security but raised concerns about reducing foreign aid due to increased defence spending, emphasising that without hard power backing international aid would be diminished.

Supported the PM's approach in dealing with President Trump and suggested a new 3% target for European NATO countries to ramp up defence spending, showing it as temporary.

Thanked the Prime Minister for his leadership over the week that increased support for Ukraine and requested a look into improving procurement for better equipment and support for soldiers in Ukraine.

Asked about the release of £2.5 billion from the sale of Chelsea football club meant to help Ukraine, questioning why it was frozen and not being used for its intended purpose.

Supported PM's leadership on the world stage but asked about improving procurement processes so that growing start-ups can contribute to defence with their technology.

Agreed that sending soldiers into Ukraine without security guarantees would be folly and emphasised the importance of forward-leaning European elements and US backing for guarantees.

Thanked PM for leadership but criticised SNP leader's juvenile comments on social media, questioning their trustworthiness regarding national defence matters.

Committed to diplomatic initiatives and emphasised that boosted defence spending should not come at the expense of international aid or public services, asking about fiscal rules for responsible investment in these areas.

Passed on thanks from Ukrainian refugees in her constituency to PM and asked about considerations given to young Ukrainians who have laid down roots here and want settled status.

Congratulated the Prime Minister on his decision-making over the past few days, emphasising that when UK and USA are together, the world is safer. He suggested reminding President Trump about Russia's deal with North Korea.

Suggested using success in developing alternative energy technology to support Ukraine’s energy security as it defends its arrangements and works towards lasting peace.

Welcomed the Government's commitment to increasing defence spending but was troubled by it being done entirely at the expense of overseas development aid budget, asking for an open mind on alternatives.

Announced job creation in Belfast linked to defence spending. Emphasised the importance of UK manufacturing and innovation for economic security. Stressed the need for coordination with European allies on ramping up spending and capability, highlighting past inefficiencies. Assured Baltic states that their interests will be represented at future discussions due to immediate threat they face from Russia.

Expressed support for the Prime Minister's efforts in ensuring Ukraine's security and safety. Asked about conversations with European allies on reducing duplication of effort in defence plans.

Asked if any settlement would involve acceptance of Russian occupation of parts of Ukraine’s territory, expressed concern for the Baltic states' security and exposure due to this conflict.

Expressed gratitude towards the Prime Minister's leadership in supporting Ukraine. Stressed the importance of remaining resolute as a House for the Ukrainian people, highlighted the 100-year partnership between the UK and Ukraine.

Congratulated the Prime Minister on his leadership and policy. Highlighted the importance of willing the means to fund military threat over the next five to ten years, estimated at £60 billion or possibly £70 billion.

Asked about further actions being considered to ensure Russia pays the full financial cost of its illegal invasion. Emphasised the use of frozen Russian assets for funding Ukraine’s defence and reconstruction.

Discussed gratitude expressed by Ukrainian people for UK's support. Highlighted the need to amend visa scheme so that Ukrainians in the UK can secure meaningful employment without time-limited visas.

Praised the Prime Minister’s leadership and composure, asked for commitment towards securing the release of 20,000 children kidnapped and forcibly removed to Russia by Russian forces.

Congratulated the Prime Minister on his leadership but stressed the importance of resources in place to tackle the issue. Highlighted the financial and demographic position of western Europe.

Discussed the security interdependence between Britain, Europe, and Ukraine against Russian aggression. Emphasised the need for a unified stance against Russia to defend democracy.

Asked about the nature of security guarantees required from the US in comparison to article 5 of NATO, expressed appreciation for the order for Thales in Belfast.

Complimented the Prime Minister's support for Ukraine. Asked about increased military spending specifically for re-equipping Ukraine and concerns over cutting international aid budget affecting global stability.

Takes the cross-party consensus on Ukraine positively but calls for SNP Scottish Government action to ensure businesses in Scotland benefit from increased defence spending.

Compliments Canada's contribution to Ukraine, urges Prime Minister to emphasise sovereignty during discussions with President Trump.

Asks the Prime Minister to strengthen oil price cap on Russia and requests a meeting to discuss it further.

Compliments the Prime Minister for leadership shown in recent days, asks him to send message of support to armed forces preparing to deploy to Ukraine.

Asks the Prime Minister to reassure Ukrainian community about his commitment to ending Russian invasion and bringing peace to Ukraine.

Supports seizing of Russian assets as a way to strengthen support for Ukrainian allies.

Quotes a Ukrainian constituent, stresses the importance of diplomacy and values in supporting Ukraine.

Praises the Prime Minister for his leadership and support for Ukraine, suggests UK can be a diplomatic bridge between US and Europe.

Agrees with the decision to cut overseas development assistance in favour of defence spending but emphasises that security and economic development go hand-in-hand.

Questions how peace objectives can be achieved when foreign aid budget is being cut, criticises SNP for not providing a clear plan to fund increased defence spending.

Suggests the UK Government should rely on intelligence and less bluffing to serve national interests better by leading efforts towards world security.

Compliments Prime Minister's leadership, reiterates need for lasting peace that guarantees Ukraine’s sovereignty and security.

Asked the Prime Minister what steps would be taken to ensure that European allies commit to spending 2.5% of their GDP on defence.

Inquired whether the Prime Minister will remind President Trump about the importance of decency in negotiations during his next meeting with him.

Asked about a rearmament bank concept and its implementation alongside European allies and Commonwealth friends.

Suggested that the Government should introduce emergency legislation to seize Russian assets, which could directly support Ukraine's defence.

Complimented the Prime Minister on his leadership and praised Lithuania’s decision to provide air defence systems to Ukraine.

Asked for a reconfirmation of commitment to AUKUS and an update on its progress, highlighting the importance of considering China's influence.

Commended the Prime Minister for his diplomatic efforts and asked why supporting Ukraine is in Britain’s direct national interest.

Asked what steps were being taken to discourage third nations from providing hardware to Russia, which it can use for its illegal war.

Commented on the change in conversation by the US regarding Ukraine and questioned whether President Trump could be kept on board until a fair settlement is achieved.

Complimented the Prime Minister for his commitment to sanctions on Russia not being lifted in case of a ceasefire and asked about measures against the shadow fleet.

Asked under what circumstances British troops could be deployed to Ukraine and sought a guarantee that any such decision would come before the House.

Inquired about individual Ministerial responsibility for offshore infrastructure security and condemned divestment campaigns against domestic defence manufacturing industries.

Thanked the Prime Minister for his support to President Zelensky, asked about assurance regarding US Air Forces presence in the UK and investment in defence infrastructure.

Welcomed £1.6 billion investment in Thales in Belfast for air defence missiles procurement but urged the Prime Minister to also invest in armed forces personnel.

Congratulated the Prime Minister on constructive work with allies and asked how he intends to maintain positive momentum, particularly within the EU.

Asked the Prime Minister to confirm that decisions regarding deploying British troops rest solely with him and not devolved administrations like Scotland's First Minister.

Expressed concern over US stepping back from counter-cyber measures against Russia, shared Prime Minister’s stance on Russian cyber-threat to NHS.

Asked the Prime Minister if military spending should prioritise outcomes rather than strictly annual budgets, suggesting a rolling average approach for defence and aid.

Congratulated the PM on his actions but urged to look again at fiscal rules and consider taxing the wealthy rather than building essential investment in defence on the backs of the poorest.

Welcomed £1.6 billion contract for air defence missiles, expressed pride in UK's stance supporting Ukraine, and asked if support will seek to broker peace but not until right done by people of Ukraine.