Sir James Duddridge MP in Parliament

As ever, my right hon. Friend shows a mastery not only of defence, but of the very complicated politics in Mali.

As ever, my right hon. Friend shows a mastery not only of defence, but of the very complicated politics in Mali.

As ever, my right hon. Friend shows a mastery not only of defence, but of the very complicated politics in Mali.

What consideration have the Government given to opening two new high commissions in the two newest Commonwealth countries, Gabon and Togo?

What consideration have the Government given to opening two new high commissions in the two newest Commonwealth countries, Gabon and Togo?

The Department for International Trade has indicated that it will not be possible to answer this question within the usual time period.

We are committed to working with our friends and allies in the Commonwealth to remove unnecessary barriers to free and fair trade, strengthe

The Secretary of State has regular discussions with Cabinet colleagues in order to ensure effective scrutiny of trade policy.

The Government switched to remote technology to conduct trade negotiations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

As of 31 March 2022, 48% of Civil Service employees who worked in the Department for International Trade (DIT) were women.