Defence: International Law
Lords · Question HL15872 · Tabled 23 Mar 2026 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record
Answered 8 Apr 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Roberts of Llandudno
To ask His Majesty's Government how they ensure consistency in the approach they take to the application of the definition of right to defend under international law.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington, 8 Apr 2026
Ministers have an overarching duty to comply with the law, including international law and treaty obligations, and civil servants must also comply with the law. Legal advice is provided as necessary, including where it relates to the legal basis for the u...