Topical question asked in the House of Commons, by Andrew Murrison (Conservative). It was answered on Monday, 22 October 2012 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Topical Questions
- Question
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Sir John Holmes, in his excellent review published in July this year, accepted all the principal parts of the rules that go behind or underpin medalling in this country. We have to accept that the integrity of our medalling system is peerless. Nevertheless, Sir John will report further towards the end of the year on the rules that apply to medalling and will deal specifically with the Arctic convoy and various other circumstances.
- Answer
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It is not for the Government to pursue arrangements for the future of BAES, EADS or any other company, but we will of course listen carefully with an open mind to any proposals brought to us by any of these companies. Where we hold a golden share—a veto share—we will allow any such transactions to proceed only where the United Kingdom’s vital national interests can be protected.
Secondary information
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- Oral question
- Reference
- 551 c697
- Session
- 2012-13
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- Supplementary
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- House of Commons chamber
- Subjects
- Military decorations Veterans
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