§ Lord Vivianasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they will confirm that the United Kingdom will hand over the leadership of the International Security Assistance Force by 30 April; and which country will take over from the United Kingdom. [HL3078]
§ The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Ministry of Defence (Lord Bach)We continue to negotiate with Turkey over the leadership of ISAF.
§ Lord Vivianasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they will confirm that all British troops will be withdrawn from the International Security Assistance Force by 30 April. [HL3079]
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§ Lord BachWe are negotiating with Turkey over the follow-on leadership of ISAF. We will continue to make a significant contribution to the ISAF even after we hand over leadership.