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Contingent Liability For The Ajax Lessons Learned Review

29 March 2022

Proposing MP
Horsham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Defence

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses a new contingent liability associated with the Ajax Lessons Learned Review.

Action Requested

I am laying a Departmental Minute to advise of a new contingent liability for the Ajax Lessons Learned Review, led by Clive Sheldon QC. The contingent liability will come into force on the formal appointment of the Chair and Members of Parliament have 14 Sitting Days to raise any objections.

Key Facts

  • Clive Sheldon QC has agreed to lead the review.
  • Negotiations are ongoing for the formal appointment of the Chair.
  • A period of 14 Sitting Days is provided before accepting the contingent liability.
  • The contingent liability will cover legal action in the run up to and following the publication of the Review’s report.
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