House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Call-Out Order Related to Countering State Threats
28 June 2022 · Ministry of Defence
Proposed by James Heappey Con Wells
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At a glance
Key points
- A new Call-Out Order has been implemented under the Reserve Forces Act 1996 to address state threats against the UK.
- This order permits the mobilization of Reservists into permanent service to support government objectives.
- The order will be in effect for 12 months and enables Reservists to work alongside Regular Services in a Whole Force approach.
Issue summary
A new order has been implemented under the Reserve Forces Act 1996 to allow Reservists to be called into permanent service to counter state threats against the UK.
Action requested
The Ministry of Defence will use this order to enable Reservists to support broader government objectives and work alongside Regular Services in a Whole Force approach. The order takes effect immediately and expires after 12 months.
Key facts
- New order under section 56(1B) of the Reserve Forces Act 1996.
- State threats are diversifying, evolving, and becoming more aggressive.
- Reserve Forces will support broader government objectives.
- Order takes effect immediately and expires after 12 months.
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