Spokesperson says Keir Starmer’s previously stated view that military action needs consent of MPs has not changed
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Keir Starmer has not ruled out holding a parliamentary vote on committing UK troops to a peacekeeping role in Ukraine after a ceasefire, after calls from some within Labour and the Lib Dems.
On Monday, Downing Street hinted that a US-backed guarantee would be needed in order for the UK to send ground troops, saying it was an “essential” part of any ceasefire deal with Russia.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/feb/17/pm-does-not-rule-out-vote-on-ukraine-peacekeeping-role-for-uk-troops
Author : Jessica Elgot Deputy political editor
Publish date : 2025-02-17 15:08:00
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