It is because I have read that report that I mention Russian language capabilities. In my view, the reports produced by the Foreign Affairs Committee are thoughtful and informative, and I recommend them to the Secretary of State. The Committee has raised a number of flags that need to be carefully considered, because changes are happening to our precious Foreign Office and we are losing capabilities that it will be very difficult to redevelop.
Budget Resolutions
Proceeding contribution from
Emily Thornberry
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Monday, 13 March 2017.
It occurred during Budget debate on Budget Resolutions.
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