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Public Accounts Commission
21 January 2021
Lead MP
Philip Hollobone
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Defence
Other Contributors: 2
At a Glance
Philip Hollobone raised concerns about public accounts commission 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
Queries the Government about their planned timescale for responding to the National Audit Office report on the Ministry of Defence’s equipment plan from 2020 to 2030, which highlights financial pressures and budget gaps between £7 billion and £17 billion. Emphasises that the MOD's cost forecasting is over-optimistic and inconsistent.
Richard Bacon
Con
South Norfolk
Confirms the Government will respond to the Public Accounts Committee report on the NAO findings after its publication. Mentions the PAC is scheduled to take evidence on the equipment plan report on 4 February.
Philip Hollobone
Con
Kettering
Highlights that the latest NAO report finds the MOD's equipment plan unaffordable for the fourth consecutive year, with a budget gap ranging from £7 billion to £17 billion. Criticises the MOD for making over-optimistic and inconsistent cost forecasts.
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