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Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament
11 December 2024
Lead MP
Julian Lewis
Debate Type
General Debate
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Other Contributors: 2
At a Glance
Julian Lewis raised concerns about intelligence and security committee of parliament in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Mr. Julian Lewis, the retiring Chairman of the Intelligence and Security Committee, highlighted his tenure during which the committee produced several substantial reports on various national security issues including Russia, China, extreme right-wing terrorism, international partnerships, and Iran. He emphasised the importance of the ISC’s independence from the Cabinet Office to ensure effective scrutiny and the career progression of its dedicated staff.
Jeremy Wright
Con
Kenilworth and Southam
Mr Jeremy Wright acknowledged Mr Julian Lewis's service, expressing gratitude for his leadership in challenging times and emphasising the importance of maintaining the independence of the ISC’s secretariat.
Lucy Powell
Lab Co-op
Manchester Central
Ms Lucy Powell echoed Mr Lewis's comments about the work of the committee, praising its director and secretariat for their dedication. She underlined the need to maintain independence so that the ISC can provide effective oversight and speak truth to power when necessary.
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