Yes; of course we always have that backstop of being able to step in and support civilian authorities as well.

We have seen 51 airstrikes against Daesh in the last month, 27 of which occurred in the last two weeks alone, so the tempo of activity an

Obviously, the hon. Lady will have the opportunity to take part in the debate this afternoon and tomorrow.

We expect the final clean-up to be completed by March.

We have to be confident about what NATO can deliver, and we must increasingly make the arguments for what NATO delivers for everyone and

We have to recognise the need to invest in a whole spectrum of different capabilities, whether that is nuclear deterrence, conventional f

We continue to work right across Government to look at how the changing political situation affects many countries, not only in Europe bu

As I am sure the hon.

As we start the new year, I want to pay tribute to the men and women who spent Christmas away from home in service of their country.

We have been clear that we will participate in the projects that are of interest and value to the UK, and we will not be dragged along in