Davey: Starmer must recall Parliament over Ukraine plans

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Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey has called on the Prime Minister to recall Parliament to discuss plans to defend Ukraine following the emergency European summit held in Paris yesterday.

Ed Davey said it was crucial to ensure that the Government’s plans in this “era defining moment” can be properly scrutinised (and voted on) by Parliament, and that the situation was urgent given the talks between the US and Russia starting today.

Parliament is currently in recess, meaning neither the Commons nor the Lords will sit until 24 February.  

Ed Davey, Leader of the Liberal Democrats, said: 

“This is an era-defining moment for global security with events that will impact us for decades taking place over days.

“We must act immediately to save Ukraine from a shoddy deal cooked up by Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.

“It is vital that Parliament has a chance to debate and scrutinise the government's plans to support Ukraine.

“Strong cross-party support from across the House will strengthen the Prime Minister’s hand and allow the UK to step up and lead in Europe at this critical moment.”

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