§ Mr. JenkinTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has to change the status of the territorial reserve to that of a UK national guard. [25858]
§ Dr. MoonieAs part of the work we are currently conducting on a new chapter to the Strategic Defence Review, we are examining the role that the armed forces, including the reserves, have in defending and protecting the United Kingdom. As a result of this work we may conclude that there should be a greater or changed role for the reserves in security of the United Kingdom. If this is the case, we will want to consult the reserves and their employers.