Louise Sandher-Jones MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for the Armed Forces) will give evidence to the Defence Committee as part of its inquiry into Defence in the High North.
\r\nThe session will cover the UK’s priorities and capabilities in the High North region, the UK’s leadership and work with allies in the region and the role of the extended nuclear deterrent.
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\r\nThe UK’s work with allies in the High North region is likely to covered, including the role of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) and the potential for Canadian membership of the JEF. Members may discuss the potential for defence specialisation and pooling, in coordination with allies, in the context of High North defence.
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