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09 December 2021
Lead MP
Leo Docherty
Aldershot
Con
Responding Minister
Not recorded
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DefenceEmploymentWomen & EqualitiesChildren & Families
Word Count: 1662
Other Contributors: 0
At a Glance
Leo Docherty raised concerns about unknown in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.
Key Requests to Government:
The MP asks for the government to ensure that there is a strong institutional commitment to dealing with issues of bullying, harassment, and discrimination within the chain of command. He also advocates for further action on diversity, leadership training, family support policies, flexible working arrangements, and veteran support initiatives.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
The MP is addressing various issues related to military jurisdiction, chain of command for handling bullying and discrimination complaints, recruitment challenges for women in the armed forces, diversity within the military, leadership roles, and support measures for families. The concerns include ensuring robust responses from leaders regarding complaints, improving career reporting on commanding officers, implementing flexible working policies, providing better equipment for female soldiers, and enhancing lifestyle support measures such as childcare.
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About Westminster Hall Debates
Westminster Hall debates are a chance for MPs to raise important issues affecting their constituents and get a response from a government minister. Unlike Prime Minister's Questions, these debates are more in-depth and collaborative. The MP who secured the debate speaks first, other MPs can contribute, and a minister responds with the government's position.